Care Support Worker - Tullow in Tullow
- Salary
- €34,782.69–€40,418.19 / year
- Contract
- Contract
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 10 Sept 2026
About the Role
Cheshire Ireland is seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join their team as a Care Support Worker in Tullow, County Carlow. The role involves supporting people with all aspects of their daily lives, promoting their rights and independence, and working in a friendly, cooperative, and positive environment. The successful candidate will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people they support.
The role is a permanent part-time position, with 37 hours per week. The salary is €34,782.69 to €40,418.19 annually (pro-rata and depending on experience).
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 but 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.
Other requirements include:
- Full Manual Driving Licence or willingness to gain one.
- Availability to work all shifts across a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week roster.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland.
- Good standard of verbal and written English.
- Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage).
- Personal integrity and trustworthiness.
- Positive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services.
Details
Location: Tullow, County Carlow, Ireland
Contract Type: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: 10th of September 2026 @5pm
How to Apply
Apply through the Cheshire Ireland website. 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.
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Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Care Support Worker role?
- 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. Candidates who have experience but 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.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- The role requires availability to work all shifts across a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week roster.
- What is the salary for this role?
- The salary is €34,782.69 to €40,418.19 annually (pro-rata and depending on experience).
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 10th of September 2026 @5pm.
- How do I apply for this role?
- Apply through the Cheshire Ireland website.