Support Worker Permanent Full Time Contract Laois Day Services in County Laois
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 7 Sept 2026
About the Role
Support Worker Permanent Full Time Contract Laois Day Services
Laois, Ireland
Permanent, Permanent Full-time
€71,807–€80,581 per year (indicative HSE pay scale for this grade, effective Jun 2026)
Closing date: 7 Sept 2026
Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals (and their families) with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live self-directed, connected and fulfilling lives. We are recruiting a Support Worker to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Services. 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. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for a ambitious and enthusiastic Support Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life.
Requirements
Qualification appropriate to Role
Experience in Intellectual Disability and/or autism
Flexibility
Willingness to lone work
A valid licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland
FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills, or equivalent; Or willingness to undertake QQI Level 5 training.
Knowledge of New Directions Interim Standards and Person Centred Plans.
A valid Full Licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland.
Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, autism and/or supporting individuals with visual/hearing loss is highly desirable.
Excellent organisational, logistical and I.T skills an advantage.
Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.
Lone working/Individual Support with the ability to work as part of a team if required.
Department of Health Pay Scales apply to roles in the Muiríosa Foundation. This role will be remunerated on the Care Assistant June 2026 pay scale as per job description.
Details
Informal Enquiries: Barbara Challoner Day Services Manager 087 1755208
To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
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Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of a Support Worker at Muiríosa Foundation?
- The Support Worker will support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion, and personal health and wellbeing. They will encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals.
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- A FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills, or equivalent; or willingness to undertake QQI Level 5 training. Knowledge of New Directions Interim Standards and Person Centred Plans is also required.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 7 Sept 2026.