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Male Support Worker (Immediate Start)

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    Company Details Confidential
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    Ref: #JOB-2466378
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    Co. Louth,
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    No of positions: 5
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    Paid Position
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    40 hours per week
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    32000.00 - 0.00 Euro Hourly
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    Published On: 28 Aug 2026
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    Closing On: 24 Sep 2026

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. 


Hiring for Dundalk & surrounding areas.

What you'll be doing
Supporting an adult males with intellectual disabilities, autism, mental health needs or complex support requirements.
Daily living support — cooking, shopping, budgeting, household routines
Encourage and prompt independence in, appearance and daily routines in line with the individual's support plan
Getting out and about: appointments, day services, training, sport, leisure, family visits
Following individual support plans, positive behaviour support plans and risk plans
Administering and recording medication (training provided)
Writing clear daily notes and incident reports
Reporting any safeguarding concern immediately
Working as part of a small, tight team on a planned rota


What you need
Full driving licence. You'll be driving service users and moving between locations.
Some experience supporting people with different conditions — intellectual disability, autism, mental health, epilepsy, acquired brain injury, dementia or physical disability
QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support, Social Care or Disability Studies — OR a genuine willingness to complete it.

Eligible to work in Ireland
Happy to be Garda vetted and provide two references
Available for 12-hour day and night shifts, weekends and bank holidays.


Who we're looking for
You're a people person. Warm, patient, easy to talk to. You turn up when you say you will. You stay calm when things get difficult and you bring the temperature down, not up. 

What we offer
Permanent contract with guaranteed hours
Sunday premium
In person mandatory training
Regular supervision
Company pension

All appointments are subject to Garda vetting, satisfactory references and verification of qualifications.
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential Desirable

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