Support Worker Disability FPTP241604 Repost

Health Service Executive; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Autism A Chara in Ashford, Wicklow invites applications for a Support Worker (Disability Services) on a permanent part-time basis. The role requires a QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification and a real passion for person-centred support, with a minimum of 24 hours per month.

Fluent English and excellent communication are essential. You should be able to work on your own initiative and deliver support per the PCP and care plan; a full, clean driver’s licence is desirable.

Qualifications

• Fluent English and excellent communication skills.
• Able to work on own initiative and with person-centred support.
• Full, clean driver’s licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to people with complex needs.
• Deliver support according to the PCP and care plan.
• Promote independence and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Own initiative

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care

Job description

Support Worker Disability FPTP241604 Repost

Date posted: 18 September 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.

13/10/2026 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