Support Worker in County Offaly
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Part time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 2 Nov 2026
About the Role
Support Worker in Offaly, Ireland. Permanent, part-time role with Muiriosa Foundation. Closing date: 2 Nov 2026.
Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals (and their families) with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live self-directed, connected and fulfilling lives. Currently we employ over 1,700 staff and support people in Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, Meath, Longford, Kildare, Tipperary, Kilkenny. We provide supports through the Regional structure and the Person Centred Wing . Each region exercises a high level of devolved autonomy across all major operational functions including residential homes, day supports, respite. The Person Centred Wing offers the opportunity to have someone work with you who comes with an exclusively individualised focus on getting to know you and figuring out what needs to happen so that you get the opportunity to create the life you want for yourself. Refer to the Muiriosa Foundation Website for further information.
There are administration centres in each of the regions of the organisation.
We are recruiting for a position of Support worker to work as part of a dynamic team supporting in our Day Services in Offaly. The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. We have many Day Services throughout Offaly including Tullamore, Ballycumber, Clara and Edenderry. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Support Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life.
Requirements
HSE recognised Fetac/QQI Level 5 Major award or willingness to complete. A valid driving licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland. Knowledge of New Directions. Experience of working with people with a range of support needs to include behaviours of concern. Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively. Minimum basic level IT Skills, email, basic word doc, systems. Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.
Details
Informal enquiries to: Michelle Kenny 087 1686320, Katie Bergin 0872973077.
Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 02 November 7.00pm.
To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation.
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- HSE recognised Fetac/QQI Level 5 Major award or willingness to complete, or one of the following: 5M1761 – Intellectual Disability Practice, 5M4339 – Healthcare Support, 5M3782 – Health Service Skills, 5M4349 – Nursing Studies, 5M2786 – Community Care, 5M4468 – Community Health Services.
- What experience is desirable for this role?
- Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism, or experience in a disability service or other support/caring role. Experience of working with people with a range of support needs to include behaviours of concern. Experience working in community integration. Experience in and commitment to developing supports that are person centred. Experience working as part of a team or experience in lone working. Experience supporting individuals with personal care needs.
- What are the day-to-day duties of a Support Worker at Muiriosa Foundation?
- Support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing.
- Where is this role located?
- Offaly, Ireland.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 2 Nov 2026