Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is recruiting Support Workers (Care Assistant – Disability Services, Grade 6482) to join its Southern Region team in Ballinhassig, Co. Cork. Working as part of a person-centred, community-based service, you will support adults with intellectual disabilities to live self-directed and fulfilling lives. Permanent wholetime (78 hours per fortnight) and part-time opportunities are available, with salary aligned to the HSE Care Assistant (Disability Services) scale.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to adults with intellectual disabilities in residential and community settings.
• Support individuals with activities of daily living, including personal care, mobility, meals, and household tasks while promoting independence and dignity.
• Enable people to access community activities, social outings, employment, education, and leisure opportunities in line with their personal goals.
• Implement individual care and support plans, contribute to goal setting, and participate in regular reviews.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with organisational, HIQA and safeguarding requirements.
• Promote choice, rights, advocacy, and inclusion for each person you support.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicating clearly with colleagues, families, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to a safe environment by adhering to health and safety, infection prevention and control, and risk management policies.
• Support positive behaviour strategies in line with organisational guidance and relevant legislation.
• Participate in training, supervision, and continuous professional development as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Experience working in disability services, social care, healthcare, or a similar support role (intellectual disability experience highly desirable).
• A relevant qualification such as QQI/FETAC Level 5 in Healthcare Support, Social Care, or an equivalent related area (or working towards same).
• Understanding of person-centred planning, rights-based approaches, and supporting people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills with a compassionate, respectful approach.
• Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, in line with service needs.
• Basic IT and record-keeping skills, with ability to follow policies, procedures, and care plans.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and high standards of care.
• Full clean driving licence and access to a car is desirable for community-based work.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Care Assistant (Disability Services), Grade Code 6482, Patient & Client Care.
• Salary: In line with the HSE Care Assistant (Disability Services) salary scale (code 6482). As of 1 August 2025, this ranges from approximately €34,036 to €47,454 per annum (13-point scale), commensurate with experience and pro rata for part-time roles.
• Hours: Permanent wholetime – 78 hours per fortnight, plus part-time roles available.
• Contract type: Permanent wholetime and part-time.
• Benefits typically include: public sector-aligned pension scheme, paid leave, training and development opportunities, and access to supervision and support within a well-established disability service provider.
Location & Employer Information
The posts are based in Ballinhassig, Co. Cork, within the Cork City suburbs catchment area, in the HSE South West health region.
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is a publicly funded, Section 38 organisation providing a wide range of person-centred services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and their families nationwide. The Southern Region services offer residential, respite, day, and community supports focused on inclusion, rights, and quality of life.
Application Details
This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Reference: BOC88701
Category: Patient and Client Care
Advertisement source: Section 38
Advertisement type: External
To apply, please submit your application online via the official recruitment portal:
Closing date: 30 November 2025 at 23:45 (Irish time). Early applications are encouraged.
Informal enquiries (optional before applying):
• Informal enquiries: Brid Scanlon, Sector Manager – Tel: +353 86 7038217, Email: brid.scanlon@bocsi.ie
• Recruitment contact: Margaret Moore, HR Generalist Recruitment Lead – Tel: +353 21 4556218, Email: margaret.moore@bocsi.ie
Important Information
This post is advertised on the HSE website on behalf of a publicly funded Section 38 organisation. The role is not directly with the HSE and the terms and conditions may differ from those of direct HSE employment, although remuneration aligns with the consolidated health sector salary scales.
