Support Worker - Children's Services (Cork, 21.5h)

Enable Ireland; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training opportunities

Generous annual leave entitlements

Long service reward scheme

Pay adjusted Maternity Leave

Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave

Pay adjusted Paternity Leave

Job summary

Enable Ireland in Ballintemple, Cork, is seeking a motivated Support Worker to join a dedicated team providing individualised services to children with disabilities. The post is temporary maternity cover used to support the School of the Divine Child and offers 21.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri).

The role provides a pro rata salary of €35,771–€43,288, 30 days annual leave pro rata, and access to extensive training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Major Award in Social Care, Disability Care Skills, Pre Nursing or Health related area.
• Full Clean Manual Driving Licence and willingness to drive company vehicles.
• Be eligible to work in the state.
• Experience of supporting people with disabilities.
• Experience of working with people with behaviours of concern.
• Experience of providing personal care.
• Basic IT skills

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised services to children with disabilities within Ballintemple, Cork.
• Work as part of a dedicated team to support pupils at the School of the Divine Child.
• Follow organisational policies and safeguarding requirements.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Behavioural support

Personal care

Basic IT skills

Driving licence

Eligibility to work in Ireland

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award in Social Care

Disability Care Skills

Health related area (studies)

Year 1 of health degree

Job description

Enable Ireland in Ballintemple, Cork, is seeking a motivated Support Worker to join a dedicated team providing individualised services to children with disabilities. The post is temporary maternity cover used to support the School of the Divine Child and offers 21.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri).

The role provides a pro rata salary of €35,771–€43,288, 30 days annual leave pro rata, and access to extensive training and development opportunities.