Application Details
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Job Description
What you will do
You will support people with all aspects of their daily lives as per their individual needs.
You'll establish and maintain relationships with the people we support that are based on respect and equality, promoting their rights and independence.
In your work you will act consistently with Cheshire Ireland’s values, operating ethos, and standards.
Who we are looking for
Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a minimum of QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification.
Have experience supporting people with disabilities.
Candidates without qualifications may be hired if willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within 18 months of commencing their role.
Hold or be working towards a full Manual Driving license and be willing to drive for work.
Availability to work all shifts across a 24‑hour, seven‑day‑a‑week roster.
Desire for personal and professional development.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Eligibility to work in Ireland.
Good standard of verbal and written English.
Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage).
Personal integrity and trustworthiness.
Positive attitude.
Willing to embrace change and committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
Committed to the principles of rights‑based, person‑centred services.
Why work for us
Flexibility in working hours.
€16.76 to €19.47 per hour depending on experience.
Premiums paid on unsocial hours.
Career opportunities.
Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy.
Free onsite parking.
Benefits: sick pay, company pension scheme, maternity benefit, bike/cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, death in service benefit for pension members, employee referral scheme, QQI training program, welcome packs, employee discounts.
Sector
Human health and social work activities.
Career Level
Entry Level
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Minimum experienced required: 1 year.
Minimum qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate / Leaving Certificate Applied / Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme) OR QQI Level 5.
Desirable
Ability skills: Communications, Interpersonal skills.
Competency skills: Initiative, Teamwork.
Driving licence: Full B.
Languages: English B2‑Upper Intermediate.
Benefits
Sick pay benefit.
Company pension scheme.
Maternity benefit.
Bike/cycle to work scheme.
Employee assistance programme.
Death in service benefit for pension members.
Employee referral scheme.
QQI training program.
Welcome packs.
Employee discounts.
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