Support Worker Autism A Chara Disability Services SWWILL0911

Health Service Executive; Gorey; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Service Executive, advertising on behalf of Autism A Chara Disability Services in Gorey, is seeking a permanent, full-time Support Worker. The role focuses on person-centred support for individuals with autism and complex needs, with emphasis on planning and delivering tailored care.

Applicants require a QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification, strong English communication, and the ability to work with autonomy. A full driving licence is essential to operate service vehicles as needed.

Qualifications

• A full QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential.
• Genuine passion for providing person-centred support is key to success in this role.
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver person-centred support as outlined in the PCP and care plan.
• Provide compassionate, patient-focused care to individuals with complex needs.
• Support the individual in daily activities and community-based programs.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Own initiative

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification

Job description

Support Worker Autism A Chara Disability Services SWWILL0911

Date posted: 12 November 2026

Before you apply

This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.

Reference

SWWILL0911

Category

Patient and Client Care

Grade

Care Assistant (Disability Services) 6482

Section 39

Advertisement Type

Open to all

The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.

Health region

HSE Dublin and South East

County

• Wexford

Location

Gorey

Autism A Chara

Contract type

• Permanent Wholetime

Post specific related information

Qualifications required: A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.
Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker: Ability to work on own initiative. Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs. Programme Planning Person Centred Plans. Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities. Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan. Fluent English and excellent communication skills. Full, clean drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles.

10/12/2026 12:00:00

Proposed interview date

TBC

Fiona Bartlett, [e-mail], HR Recruitment Co-Ordinator, 01 281 1636

Informal enquiries

Fiona Bartlett, [e-mail], HR Recruitment Co-Ordinator, 01 281 1636