Assistant Instructor

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.

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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.

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Assistant Instructor - Student Support Worker

Fixed term, 12 Months. 30 hours per week

Regent House, William St, Gardens, Kilkenny, R95 W8ER

Job Purpose

The Assistant Instructor aims to support learners with personal, social, and vocational development, fostering independence and integration. The Instructor will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting individuals with ASD, intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities using person-centred approaches and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Experience or openness to ABA is essential. Key responsibilities include one-to-one key working, creating individualised plans, and delivering QQI-accredited modules. Strong initiative, creativity, and excellent communication and teamwork skills are vital for this learner-focused, inclusive environment, guided by the New Directions policy for independent decision-making and personal growth.

What we're looking for:

• QQI Level 5 Education, Health Care or Social Care Qualification

• Patient Moving and Handing Qualification

• Infection Control Qualification desirable

• Experience of working with Learners who display behaviours that challenge

• Experience in the provision of personal care and medication management

• Experience of working with young people with additional support needs including intellectual disabilities, ASD, physical and sensory needs and/or mental health difficulties

• Skills in the care and support of individuals with disabilities

• Skills & knowledge of personal care and implementation of good hygiene and health & safety practices

Your Responsibilities

• Provide Personal and Medical Assistance Support service users with all aspects of personal care, manual handling, and assistance with medication, ensuring safety, hygiene, and comfort at all times.
• Individualised Support and Key Working Deliver one-to-one key working to assist learners in developing person-centred plans aligned with the New Directions ethos.
• Facilitate Participation and Skill Development Support learners in training and work experience, using assistive technologies, creative tools, and diverse methodologies to help achieve their personal and learning goals.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Team Assist in developing curricula and innovative training approaches in coordination with instructors and clinical staff.
• Maintain Records and Uphold Standards Keep accurate records and produce reports per quality standards, while observing all organisational rules and regulatory requirements.

Closing Date: 2nd December 2025

Salary starting from point 1 €25726.28 (pro-rata) equivalent to €13.74 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

What we Offer:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Educational leave
• 24 days annual leave for NLN
• 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.