Support Worker Disability FPTP241604 Repost

Health Service Executive; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Health Service Executive is seeking a part-time Care Assistant (Disability Services) in Ashford, Wicklow. The role requires a QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification, fluent English, and a passion for person-centred support.

Applicants should be able to work on their own initiative and follow PCPs and care plans with sensitivity and respect. The position offers a flexible, part-time schedule with a 24 hours per month minimum and opportunities to develop skills within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential.
• Ability to work on own initiative and adapt to evolving needs.
• Fluent English with excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of PCP and care plans is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support in daily activities.
• Deliver care in line with the person’s PCP and care plan.
• Assist with planning and implementing activities.
• Maintain clear communication with colleagues and supervisors.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Initiative

Programme Planning

Person Centred Plans

Driver's licence

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification

Tools

Drivers license

Job description

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

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Important Information

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

Recruiter

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.

Closing date

15/09/2026 12:00:00

External link

https://www.rezoomo.com/job/102467/