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Brothers Of Charity Services – West Region
Opening Posts
* 3 X Permanent Full‑Time – 78 hours a fortnight
* 1 X Permanent Part‑Time – 30 hours a fortnight (annualised)
Ref: 88626
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part‑time duration may be filled. Locum Support Worker roles are also available.
Location
Hyde Services (Roscommon Town, Kilkerrin, Co. Galway, Kilteevan, Athleague, Tremane/Rahara). Staff may work in residential, respite, day settings, community services or an individual’s own home. Initial allocation will be within a specific area of the Hyde Services and may change due to future service needs.
The Role
Support Workers provide a key supportive role for individuals supported by the service. The role focuses on promoting independence and development of skills, supporting individuals in daily living, and enabling participation in ordinary community life through inclusive and creative thinking. The Support Worker is also responsible for personal care, including meals, hygiene and other aspects of physical well‑being.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
* Good general education. A recognised qualification in the field of intellectual disability or a FETAC Level 5 course is an advantage. QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable.
* Three months experience working with individuals with intellectual disability and challenging behaviour is desirable – full training will be provided.
* Demonstrated flexibility, good communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills, patience and a sense of humour.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficiency in IT – ability to use computers, modern technology, online systems and assistive technology.
* Exercise good judgment, discretion and confidentiality and a commitment to current best practice.
* Full clean manual driving licence (manual transmission). Possession of a Class D1 licence is essential; assistance will be given towards obtaining it if needed.
* Fluency in verbal and written English.
Working Hours
* Full‑time posts: 78 hours a fortnight (56 rostered & 22 annualised). The rostered hours are 56 per fortnight; the remaining 22 hours cover annual leave, sick leave and training days. The employee is paid 78 hours a fortnight regardless of hours worked.
* Full‑time posts: 78 hours a fortnight (74 rostered & 4 annualised). The rostered hours are 74 per fortnight; the remaining 4 hours cover annual leave, sick leave and training days. The employee is paid 78 hours a fortnight regardless of hours worked.
* Full‑time posts: 78 hours a fortnight (66 rostered & 12 annualised). The rostered hours are 66 per fortnight; the remaining 12 hours cover annual leave, sick leave and training days. The employee is paid 78 hours a fortnight regardless of hours worked.
* Part‑time post: 30 hours a fortnight (annualised). The hours are annualised to cover annual leave, sick leave and training days. The employee is paid 30 hours a fortnight regardless of hours worked.
All posts are based on a 14‑day duty roster. Successful candidates may be required to accommodate integrated day service, weekend work, split duty hours public holidays, evening/night duty and sleep‑ins.
Annual Leave
22 days per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time) – equivalent to 8.46 hours per 100 hours worked.
Remuneration
Department of Health salary scales apply as at 01/08/2025: €34,036 x 11 increments – €46,652 per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time). A Long Service Increment of €47,454 per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time) is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, sleep‑ins and night‑duty when worked. Salary quoted is based on a 39‑hour working week. Incremental credit may be granted subject to satisfactory verification of previous public sector service.
Tenure
A panel may be formed from which subsequent permanent, temporary or fixed‑term Support Worker appointments within the Hyde Services may be offered over the next 6‑12 months.
Inquiries
Informal enquiries to: Nollaig Lavin, Hyde Services Area Manager – 0874130565
Closing Date & Interview
Application forms / CVs online are due by 5 pm, Tuesday 25 November 2025. Interview dates will be confirmed thereafter.
The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
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