Care Assistant – Intellectual Disability Service in Peamount Hospital
- Salary
- €34,881–€48,434 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 26 Jul 2026
Details
Posted: 17 Jul 2026
Care Assistant – Intellectual Disability Service
Peamount Hospital, County Dublin, Ireland
Full time, Part-time
€34,881 - 48,434
Fluent English
About the Role
Peamount Healthcare is an independent voluntary organisation that operates in partnership with the HSE Health Region, Dublin and Midlands to provide a range of health and social care services. Peamount Healthcare is a registered charity and is directly funded by the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004. The hospital provides consultant led, multidisciplinary, specialist rehabilitation services to patients at the right time and in the right place, which improve patient outcomes. Peamount Healthcare provides specialist rehabilitation in Neurology, Age-Related, Respiratory and Rheumatology. The services provided also include continuing care services for the older person, adults with neurological disabilities and individuals with intellectual disabilities.
The purpose of this position is to assist and support members of the staff team in providing residential care, respite, educational, development, meaningful activities and training services for residents with an intellectual disability within Peamount, or a Community Support service in accordance with Peamount Healthcare policies, procedures and guidelines and the Peamount’s Safety Statement. The successful candidate will be required to work within the guidelines of both HIQA and New Directions, as indicated by the service.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting staff in facilitating the development of interpersonal relationships in each service, both within Peamount Healthcare and the wider community.
- Caring for the day-to-day needs of the service users in the service, including personal care such as dressing, washing, cooking, shopping, and cleaning.
- Supporting service users on holidays away from the centre.
- Engaging in training and skill progression in line with changing needs of service users.
- Attending Safe Administration of Medication (SAM) training to support service users with medication administration.
- Facilitating service users to use their leisure time tailored to their needs, with an emphasis on community integration.
- Supporting residents in planning and engaging with meaningful activities, in accordance with their wishes and ability.
- Empowering residents to partake in planning by facilitating house meetings.
- Supporting residents with their religious and spiritual needs.
- Contributing to goals and completion of the personal support plan.
- Working positively and constructively with service users who present with behaviours that challenge.
- Using person-first language in verbal and written communication.
- Working with and liaising with all grades of staff in your assigned centre and other centres.
- Undertaking driving duties in Peamount vehicles and/or own transport.
- Working a shift rota, spread over 7 days, as determined by management.
- Maintaining records and reports required by the Unit Manager for the efficient running of the service.
- Ensuring that the health and welfare of staff and service users is maintained in accordance with Peamount Healthcare procedures and that all safety precautions are implemented.
Requirements
- Fluent English
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Safeguarding
Details
Tenure: Permanent Full-Time/Part-Time
Hours of Work: 39 Hours (Full-Time)/Part-Time hours vary – the allocation of these hours will be at the discretion of the Department Head and in accordance with needs of service
Location of Post: Peamount Healthcare, Newcastle, Co. Dublin
Working Model: Fully Onsite
Remuneration: €34,881 (Point 1) to €48,434 (LSI)
Annual Leave: As per Health Service Executive (HSE)
Closing Date: Sunday 26th July 2026
Proposed Interview Date: 6th/7th August 2026 - At least 1 weeks’ notice will be provided. Shortlisted candidates are expected to make themselves available.
Take Up Appointment: Successful applicant(s) must be available to take up the role within a reasonable timeframe
Reporting Relationship: Clinical Nurse Manager / Person in Charge (PIC)
How to Apply
Informal enquiries: For queries specifically related to the position outlined, please contact Louise Butler, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), at lbutler@peamount.ie. For further information regarding the terms and conditions of employment and the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@peamount.ie.
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Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of a Care Assistant at Peamount Healthcare?
- The key responsibilities include supporting staff in facilitating the development of interpersonal relationships, caring for the day-to-day needs of service users, supporting service users on holidays, engaging in training, facilitating leisure activities, supporting residents in planning activities, empowering residents, supporting religious and spiritual needs, contributing to personal support plans, working with challenging behaviours, using person-first language, liaising with staff, undertaking driving duties, working a shift rota, maintaining records, and ensuring safety precautions are implemented.
- What are the requirements for this role?
- The requirements include fluency in English, teamwork, communication, and safeguarding skills.
- What is the salary range for this position?
- The salary range is €34,881–€48,434 per year.
- Where is this role located?
- This role is located at Peamount Healthcare, Newcastle, Co. Dublin.
- How do I apply for this position?
- To apply, informally enquire by contacting Louise Butler, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), at lbutler@peamount.ie. For further information regarding the terms and conditions of employment and the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@peamount.ie.