We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals
We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities!
We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.
Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.
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Personal Assistant Student support
Fixed term Contract, 12 Months, 32 Hours.
38 Kempten Promenade, Rathquarter, Sligo, F91 EY26
Job Purpose
To provide individualised supports to persons with physical and/or intellectual disability /Prada Willie Syndrome that enables them to fully participate in their training, community, work experience or employment. Support includes assistance with personal care and other support needs during their day.
What we’re looking for:
- QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care Qualification
- Patient Moving and Handing Qualification
- Infection Control Qualification desirable
- Experience of dealing with persons with additional support needs
- Experience in the provision of personal care desirable
Your Responsibilities
- Support and assist persons to fully participate in training and/ or work experience
- Provide personal assistance in all aspects of personal care and manual handling, ensuring comfort and hygiene and adhering to safe practice at all times. Assist in the taking of medication in line with policy and procedure as required.
- Support persons with physical disabilities in the use of assistive technology equipment, with typing, handwriting, creative materials etc.
* Apply all standards and procedures relating to Health and Safety legislation and maintain the highest levels of safety adhering to policy and procedure in the use of all safety equipment. Report to the Manager any concerns regarding safety and welfare**.**
Closing Date: 07/08/25
Salary starting from point 1 € 25726,28 to point 5 € 29523.47 (pro rata), is subject to negotiation depending on experience and qualification.
What we Offer:
- Company Pension Scheme
Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
Educational leave* 24 days annual leave
Bike to work scheme
Tax saver travel scheme
Income protection* Unpaid leave
Health and Wellbeing programme
Company credit union scheme
Employee discount scheme* Digital Doctor
Financial support for studying and study leave
Long Service Reward Scheme
Sick leave* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
To view the full extensive job description please, click apply to visit our company site and download the attachment at the bottom of the page.
These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.
The Rehab Group is an equal-opportunity employer
