Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is seeking a dedicated Driver/Porter to support disability services in South Connemara, County Galway. This permanent part-time role plays a vital part in ensuring safe transport and logistical support for service users across community-based settings.
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Key Responsibilities
• Safely transport service users to appointments, activities, and services
• Assist passengers with mobility needs, ensuring dignity and comfort
• Carry out porter duties including movement of equipment and supplies
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and carry out basic safety checks
• Adhere to road safety, organisational, and health and safety policies
• Communicate effectively with service users, families, and colleagues
• Support the day-to-day operational needs of disability services
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Full clean driving licence appropriate to the role
• Experience in a caring, disability, or healthcare setting is desirable
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles
• Flexibility to meet service needs across South Connemara
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Driver (Patients / Clients Public Roads) 6132
• Contract: Permanent Part-Time (26.5 hours per fortnight, X1PPT 26.5/78)
• Salary: In line with approved public sector pay scales
• Benefits include paid annual leave, public service pension scheme, and training opportunities
Location & Employer Information
• Location: South Connemara, County Galway
• Health Region: HSE West and North West
• Employer Type: Section 38 publicly funded organisation
• This post is not a direct HSE contract; terms and conditions may differ from HSE roles
Application Details
• Apply online via the official application portal: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/91088/
• Informal enquiries can be made to Sabina Cendrzak Hynes (Area Manager) or Jennifer O Connell (Service Coordinator) at 091 869790
Last Day to Apply: 26 January 2026 at 17:00
