Support Worker in Naas
- Salary
- €32,543–€40,847 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 10 Nov 2026
About the Role
Support Worker - Respite service
Naas, Co. Kildare
39 hours per week
Job reference: SW_PINES_1310
We will continue to provide specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services.
Given the significant role our team play in the lives of those we support our recruitment is focused on individuals willing to go the extra mile. Whether it’s helping the people we support to live independently, enjoy a better quality of life, or play a more active role in their communities our team always strives to deliver the best service possible. No two autistic people are the same and therefore no two jobs with us are the same.
Requirements
Essential criteria for the position of Support Worker:
- A full QQI level 5 major award in Health/Care is essential
- Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
- Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
- Availability to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts
- Full, clean Irish drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles
- Permission to work in Ireland essential
Qualifications required for a Support Worker:
A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.
Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker:
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
- Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
- Fluent English and excellent communication skills
- Full, clean drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles
Who the people we support would like support from:
- Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
- Adapt their communication style to suit my needs.
- Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind.
- Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
- Support me to engage in my community
- Help me learn new skills
- Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Details
Full time, Permanent
€32,543–€40,847 per year
Closing date: 10 Nov 2026
Location: Kildare
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this Support Worker role?
- A full QQI level 5 major award in Health/Care is essential.
- What are the working hours for this Support Worker role?
- 39 hours per week on a rota basis including evenings, weekends, and waking night duty shifts.
- What is the salary for this Support Worker role?
- €32,543–€40,847 per year
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 10 Nov 2026
- What are the benefits of this Support Worker role?
- Access to Education Support Scheme, Company pension with company contribution, Sick Pay & Access to Health Care plans, Paid Maternity leave, Paid Paternity leave, 22 days annual leave, Premium rates for evening and weekend work, Bike to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!, Paid breaks, Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy, Fantastic development and career progression opportunities