Support Workers Laois Region Relief If And When Required Contracts in County Laois

About the Role

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. What people want is usually very ordinary but is seen as ‘extraordinary’ if you have a disability. Refer to the Muiriosa Foundation Website for further information.

There are administration centres in each of the regions of the organisation.

We are currently recruiting SUPPORT WORKERS to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Residential Services . The successful candidates 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 ambitious and enthusiastic Support Workers to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. The roster will include days, weekends, waking nights and sleepovers.

Requirements

· Relevant QQI Level 5 qualification Or willingness to undertake QQI Level 5 training.

· A valid driving licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland.

· Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities/autism.

· Knowledge of HIQA Standards.

· Good connections in the local community an advantage.

· Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively.

· Minimum basic level IT Skills, using email, word doc, systems.

· Suitability as outlined in the introduction, job description and person specification attached to the role.

Details

Location: Laois

Contract Type: Relief, Permanent

Closing date: 28 Sept 2026

Informal enquiries to: Niamh Dollard 087 3707746, Lisa McEvoy 087 3592653

To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation