Support Worker Disability FPTP241604 Repost

Health Service Executive; Ashford; Remote; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Autism A Chara in Ashford, Co. Wicklow, invites applications for a Support Worker (Disability Services) on a flexible part‑time basis. The successful candidate will provide person‑centred support, work with individuals with complex needs, and assist with planning and PCP delivery.

Fluent English and excellent communication are essential; a full UK/IE driver’s license is desirable. The role offers meaningful work within a compassionate team, with opportunities to develop skills and advance your

Qualifications

• Full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential.
• Passion for person-centred support and care planning.
• Ability to work on own initiative with complex needs.
• Good communication with people and teams; PCP guidance followed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support according to the person’s PCP and care plan.
• Work with people with complex needs using a person-centred approach.
• Execute programme plans and participate in planning activities.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Initiative

Person-centred approach

Care planning

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification

Job description

Support Worker Disability FPTP241604 Repost

Date posted: 15 October 2026

Before you apply

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

Reference

FPTP241604

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

• Wicklow

Location

Ashford

Autism A Chara

Contract type

• Permanent Part-time

Post specific related information

Flexi part-time contract of 24 hours per month minimum. 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 (manual) desirable.

10/11/2026 12:00:00

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

Informal enquiries

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