The Rehab Group 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 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals Job Title: Student Support Worker 12 months Fixed Term Contract, Part-time 30 hours per week Potential for extension Location: National Learning Network - Hollyhill Co. Cork Job Purpose : To provide individualized supports to persons with additional support needs. Support includes assistance to enable them to fully participate in their programme and other support needs as required during their day. This role will provide individualized supports to those who have complex and varying needs. Support includes intimate care, Navigation of the training environment, support with transition, postural management, social skills development and any / all assistance to enable them to fully participate in their training programme. Minimum Education & Experience required: QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care qualification QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or other equivalent qualification Experience of working with adults/young people with disability and managing behaviours that challenge Experience of working in a training/educational environment is desirable Disability and mental health awareness Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills Flexible and person-centred approach Job Duties & Responsibilities Support the student to achieve their personal goals and plans under the supervision of the instructor. Support the student to stay on task and encourage s/he to participate fully in all aspects of their programme by following their timetable and instruction from staff. Encourage work related skills and behaviour appropriate to the training environment. Accompanying students who may need to leave the training room and support them to re-join the class when ready. Provide support to the students during community/ external activities and community based learning e.g. work experiences Ensure that the student has the opportunity to participate in class discussions and social interactions Provide personal care support if required Additional requirements Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of students at all times. Strong interpersonal skills Experience of working with people with disabilities an advantage As part of our recruitment process, if applicable, candidates will be required to provide a Police certificate from the countries they have resided prior coming to Ireland. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign. Staff benefits: Company Pension Scheme Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave Educational leave 24 days annual leave pro-rata 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 be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.