Support Worker in Clarinbridge
- Salary
- €34,881–€48,434 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 9 Sept 2026
About the Role
Corlann is the new name for Brothers of Charity Services Ireland. Corlann provides services to more than 6,000 people each year who have an intellectual disability, including those who also have autism. Funded under Section 38 of the Health Act, we remain deeply committed to a person-centred approach—one that honours each individual’s strengths, aspirations, and rights. Our aim is always to provide, as far as possible, personalised supports that empower people to identify and achieve their own life goals, and to live as valued, equal, and active citizens in their communities.
Corlann– West Region provide a community based, person centred service focusing on the needs and abilities of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The vision of the service is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community, in line with best practice both nationally and internationally. Working in partnership with each person supported by services, we aim to create opportunities for people supported by services to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We are committed to supporting people to live a life of their choosing.
The Support Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of daily living focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Support Worker will assist people with the achievement of personal outcomes and in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, household tasks, personal and intimate care and other related aspects of physical well-being.
Requirements
Candidates must have a good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC level 5 course is an advantage. A QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable.
A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads, is an essential requirement. It may also be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence.
Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability/autism/complex needs/behaviour of concern/physical disabilities, however, induction and training will be provided.
Flexibility, team-working skills, patience and a sense of humour.
Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post and proficiency in I.T. skills.
Details
Location: Clarinbridge, County Galway
Contract Type: 5 x Permanent Full-Time and 1 x Specified-Purpose Part-Time
Tenure: 5 x Permanent Full-Time and pensionable. 1 x Temporary Part-Time and pensionable
Salary: €34,881–€48,434 per year
Closing Date: 9 Sept 2026
Interview Date: 16th of Septmber 2026
Hours: 5 X Permanent Full-Time = 78 hours per fortnight. 1 X Specified Purpose Part-Time = 64 hours per fortnight
Annual Leave: 23 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time), i.e. 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked.
Informal enquiries to Triona Kelly Interim Area Manager, Clarin Services on 0871334154 or Michelle Creaven on 0868180727.
Apply online.
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Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Support Worker role?
- Candidates must have a good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC level 5 course is an advantage. A QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable.
- What are the duties of a Support Worker at Corlann?
- The Support Worker role is to support the person in all aspects of daily living focusing on the individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Support Worker will assist people with the achievement of personal outcomes and in participating in the ordinary everyday life of the community through inclusive and creative thinking. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, household tasks, personal and intimate care and other related aspects of physical well-being.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- 5 X Permanent Full-Time = 78 hours per fortnight. 1 X Specified Purpose Part-Time = 64 hours per fortnight. For residential the post is based on a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work over a fortnightly duty rosters with evenings and weekends been part of the working roster. There may be occasional split duty hours. Sleep-ins and night duty are a requirement of these posts in order to meet service needs. For day services the post is based on a 5 day roster 8am-8pm.
- Who can I contact for more information about the Support Worker role?
- Informal enquiries to Triona Kelly Interim Area Manager, Clarin Services on 0871334154 or Michelle Creaven on 0868180727.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for receipt of completed Application Forms on-line is: 5PM on Wednesday the 9th of September, 2026