Instructor / Supervisor in Bray
- Salary
- €41,021–€55,252 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 11 Aug 2026
About the Role
Sunbeam House Services (SHS) take pride in supporting people with intellectual disabilities and complex needs to have choice and control over their lives. We offer a range of supports tailored to individual needs. We are a rights-based organisation and recognise that every person we support is unique and a valued member of society.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Instructor/Supervisor to join our services in a Day Service setting in Bray. As an Instructor/Supervisor, you will be involved in supporting clients to achieve their personal outcomes to build on their potential and to develop positive roles within their day service and community. Working hours will be Monday to Friday.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- To facilitate and implement a person-centered approach for our Clients appropriate to their wishes and goals
- To promote and protect the rights of people in a manner that respects their dignity, their right to make choices and their privacy
- To actively seek new interests and opportunities for people to develop meaningful roles in their communities
- To ensure the overall wellbeing of clients in all areas of their lives including health and personal care
- To assist in the teaching of life skills in cooking, budgeting, cleaning & building confidence
Requirements:
- Applicant must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or Foreign Equivalent (validated by QQI) to qualify for 6402 Pay Scale
- A minimum HETAC level 6 qualification in Training or Education, Social Care or other relevant areas
- A minimum of 1 years’ experience working with people with an intellectual disability
- A passion for promoting and empowering those you support
- A team player willing to work as well as working as part of a team
- A knowledge of the New Directions regulations/standards and relevant legislation
- Hold a full driving licence and have access to a car
- Minimum of 1 years’ post qualification experience of working with adults with intellectual disability is desirable
- Experience working with people with complex needs in a variety of different situations.
- Experience in dealing with responsive behaviour in a positive manner.
- Have excellent organisation and communication skills.
- Be enthusiastic, energetic and creative.
- Excellent personal & interpersonal skills.
- Excellent IT skills and report writing skills.
- Interest in activities and supports in the community.
- An ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet and responsible manner.
Details
Location: Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland
Contract type: Permanent, Full time
Salary: €41,021–€55,252 per year
Closing date: 11 Aug 2026
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Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Instructor / Supervisor role?
- Applicants must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or Foreign Equivalent (validated by QQI) to qualify for 6402 Pay Scale, and a minimum HETAC level 6 qualification in Training or Education, Social Care or other relevant areas.
- What experience is necessary for this role?
- A minimum of 1 years’ experience working with people with an intellectual disability and a minimum of 1 years’ post qualification experience of working with adults with intellectual disability is desirable.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Instructor / Supervisor role?
- Key responsibilities include facilitating a person-centered approach, promoting and protecting the rights of clients, seeking new interests and opportunities, ensuring overall wellbeing, and teaching life skills.