Staff Nurses - Children’s Hub in Cork
- Salary
- €38,166–€56,592 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 10 Oct 2026
About the Role
As a Staff Nurse in our Children’s Hub you will be a key part of a dynamic and supportive team providing high-quality, person-centred care. You will work collaboratively with all team members in the Hub and across all short breaks services in the region to support the complex healthcare needs and children and young people accessing our services.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver nursing care to children and young people with intellectual disabilities and / or autism.
- Support the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual support plans / short breaks passports in conjunction with the child’s disability network team (CDNT) and other relevant services.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and contribute to service development.
- Ensure safeguarding, dignity and inclusion are central to all practice.
Requirements
- Possess a relevant third level qualification in Nursing, be on the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
- Have update to date permissions to work and reside in Ireland at time of application.
- Have very good interpersonal skills and the flexibility to meet the changing needs of the people Horizons supports are essential requirements.
- Experience working with people with children with an intellectual disabilities and/or autism is an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Have proficient IT Skills.
- Be flexible and a team player.
- A full clean driving license is an advantage.
Details
Location: Montenotte, Cork. Please note: The initial assignment will be within Children’s Services in Montenotte. However, in line with organisational needs, this may be subject to change.
Employment type: Part Time Permanent, Full Time permanent.
Hours: 37.5 hours over a two-week period (part-time) 75hrs per fortnight (full time) evening and weekend work will be part of the role).
Salary: €38,166–€56,592 per year
Closing date: 10 Oct 2026
Informal enquiries may be made to Leanne Moloney, Regional Manager (086 6063302) or Patricia Hetherington, Assistant Director of Nursing 086 823 3003.
How to Apply
Completed application forms must be submitted by Friday 9th of October 2026. Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie.
Frequently asked
- What is the salary range for this role?
- €38,166–€56,592 per year
- What are the key responsibilities of a Staff Nurse at the Children’s Hub?
- Deliver nursing care to children and young people with intellectual disabilities and / or autism. Support the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual support plans / short breaks passports in conjunction with the child’s disability network team (CDNT) and other relevant services. Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and contribute to service development. Ensure safeguarding, dignity and inclusion are central to all practice.
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- A relevant third level qualification in Nursing, and be on the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 10 Oct 2026
- How do I apply for this position?
- Completed application forms must be submitted by Friday 9th of October 2026. Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie.