Care Support Worker - Galway in Galway

About the Role

Cheshire Ireland is seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join their team as a Care Support Worker in Galway. The role is permanent full-time, with 39 hours per week. The successful candidate will support people with all aspects of their daily lives, establish and maintain respectful relationships, and promote their rights and independence. The role requires availability to work all shifts across a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week roster.

Requirements

Candidates must hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a minimum of QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification. Experience in supporting people with disabilities is essential. Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within 18 months of the commencement of their role. A Full Manual Driving Licence is required. Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential. Good Standard of verbal and written English. Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage). Personal integrity and trustworthiness. Positive attitude. Desire for personal and professional development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services.

Details

Location: Galway, Ireland

Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time

Contract Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: €34,100.68 - €39,625.68 per year

Closing date: 14th of September 2026 @5pm

Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and must provide security clearance for each jurisdiction in which they have resided outside the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for 6 months or more from the date of their 16th birthday.

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, visit Cheshire Ireland's website.