Job Description:
Healthcare Assistant - Support Worker (Relocate to Ireland)
Location: Multiple locations across Ireland (Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Kildare, Kilkenny, Carlow, Laois, Wexford, Galway, Meath, Monaghan, Louth)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time (40 hours per week)
Salary: €15 per hour starting rate (approx. €31,200 per year, before premium pay)
Extra Pay: Enhanced rates for nights, Sundays, and public holidays
Relocation to Ireland: Permanent
About the employer:
This Irish-owned provider of disability support services empowers individuals with autism, intellectual, physical, and sensory disabilities including complex needs to live meaningful and independent lives in inclusive communities. Recognized internationally for innovation and best practice, it holds EFQM 5-star accreditation and ISO 45001 certification, reflecting its commitment to excellence, safety, and staff well-being. With a strong values-led culture, professional development opportunities, and regulatory compliance, it offers a progressive and supportive environment for healthcare and social care professionals
Flight / Accommodation and Benefits:
Annual increments and opportunities for promotion
Weekly pay with additional premium rates
Relocation package worth up to €2000 (visa, flight, airport transfer, accommodation, permit fees)
Buddy Programme, Welcome Pack, and Length of Service Awards
Access to health & wellbeing platform, Employee Assistance Programme, and discount scheme
Maternity pay top-up (T&Cs apply)
Your Responsibilities
As a Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker, you will:
Support individuals in residential settings with daily living and personal care
Promote independence and wellbeing in line with HIQA standards
Maintain accurate records and act as an advocate for service users
Requirements
Healthcare qualification equivalent to Irish QQI Level 5
Experience working with autism, intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities
Driving licence that is recognised in Ireland
TO understand if your qualification is accepted with Ireland QQI5 equivalent please see the link below:
QQI: National Framework of Qualifications - https://www.qqi.ie/
OfQual Checker: Search qualifications – Find a regulated qualification
Please note our services are free of cost
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Relocation assistance
Application question(s):
- Do you consist of a qualification/diploma equivalent to the Ireland QQI5
- Hold 6 months experience working with younger adults Autism, intellectual, physical, and sensory disabilities, as well as Prader Willi Syndrome
- Consist of a valid drivers licence (valid for Ireland)
Work Location: In person
