CARE ASSISTANT in Dublin
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 17 Sept 2026
About the Role
Avista is seeking a Care Assistant for a permanent, part-time position (35 hours per week) at St. Joseph’s Centre – Day Service, Clonsilla, Dublin. The role involves supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in a person-centred, community-based, socially inclusive manner. The successful candidate will work under the organisation's core values and ethos, promoting active engagement and participation in local communities.
Requirements
- Minimum of Fully Completed FETAC/QQI level 5 in Healthcare qualification or (higher) equivalent comparable qualification.
- Full clean manual Irish driving licence. Requirement to drive service vehicles.
- Proficiency in the English language.
- Desire to support people to live their best lives and commitment to promoting the active engagement and participation in their local communities.
- Experience working within the area of intellectual disability.
- Knowledge of New Directions.
- Applicants should possess Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
Details
Location: Clonsilla, Dublin
Contract Type: Permanent, Part-time (35 hours per week)
Salary: €34,881 - €48,434* (LSI) (subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work)
Closing date: 16 Sept 2026
Who to contact for enquiries: Moira Leyden, CNM3, 087 0648531
How to Apply
Please submit a CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
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Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Care Assistant role?
- A minimum of Fully Completed FETAC/QQI level 5 in Healthcare qualification or (higher) equivalent comparable qualification is required.
- What are the working hours for this position?
- The position is part-time, with 35 hours per week.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 16 Sept 2026.
- Who should I contact for more information?
- For informal enquiries, contact Moira Leyden, CNM3, at 087 0648531.
- How do I apply for this position?
- Submit a CV as application via the Avista careers section at https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/.