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 €3,270 (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 Direct support worker (DSW), 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 - Manual
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $50,344.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working with autism, intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities
- Do you have a manual Driving licence
- Healthcare qualification equivalent to Irish QQI Level 5
- Please confirm your Nationality
Work Location: In person
