Care Assistants - Full Time (Residential & Community Settings)

Care Assistants

*Aligned to the Care Assistant(Disability Services) pay scale*

Salary: The 13\-point salary scale for the post as of 01/06/2026\.

34,881, 36,034, 37,602, 38,122, 38,965, 40,603, 42,362, 42,976, 44,504, 45,647, 46,578, 47,624, 48,434 LSI

Pease note that successful candidates will commence on point 1 of the Care Assistant scale unless they have previous service directly with the HSE or a Section 38 agency in which case relevant service may be taken into account for salary placement.

*New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (Department of Health Circular 2/2011\). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.*

Locations

We have roles in various locations across Cork City \& County

Shift Work position

78\-hour fortnight

(Day Shift and Night Shift)

In line with our growing services Horizons is looking to recruit Care Assistants to support people with an intellectual disability and/or autism to flourish and lead a life of their choosing. This is a real opportunity to support people to reach their dreams, hopes, and wishes every day.

The successful applicants may be required to work in existing Horizons residential or day service/hub locations, as part of a team or in new community\-based settings.

The positions require a high degree of flexibility and motivation.

The team members will work closely with individuals circles of support and their local community in order to develop and progress opportunities for them. A commitment to a person centred, citizen based, and social model of support is required.

Applicants must possess the competencies and skills appropriate to working with persons with an intellectual disability.

Note: Shortlisting will be based on the information provided on the application form.

Essential Criteria for Applicants:

• A relevant qualification: minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare/Intellectual Disability (all 8 modules completed as per QQI requirements).


• Have a general understanding of current legislation (ADMA, UNCRPD).


• Excellent team working skills.


• Initiative, flexibility, and enthusiasm.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post.


• A track record of thinking creatively, being person centred and adaptable.


• IT Skills and experience in report writing.


• Valid work permission and eligibility to work and reside in Ireland at the time of application.

• Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability and additional needs such as autism or physical and medical condition is desirable.


• A full clean driving license is desirable.

A flexible and supportive work environment.

• Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales.


• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.


• An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.


• Premium Payments.


• Paid Maternity Leave.


• Pension.


• Training and Development.


• Employee Assistance Programme.


• 23 days Annual Leave.

Note: We recommend completing the application on a PC or laptop to ensure full visibility of the form.

Please ensure your application is completed in full, as incomplete applications cannot be considered.

*The Department of Health \& Children Consolidated Scales apply.*

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