Van Driver – Wexford

Why Resilience?

For more than 11 years, high-growth Irish owned company Resilience has continued to lead the way in transforming healthcare in Ireland. Our essence is to help build resilience in the people we support to bring the possible to life.
Our progressive Advanced Community Care specialist division takes specialist supports out of institutions and into the homes and communities of those with complex needs. We’re now seeking a Van Driver to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring reliable, safe, and compassionate transportation for our client within Co. Wexford.

Location: Gorey, Co. Wexford
Type of contract: 36-Hour Specified Purpose Contract
Hours of work: Three days per week (day shifts only), subject to scheduling needs

Benefits

• Resilience4Me Health and Well-being Forum

• Competitive pay rates (€16.00/hour depending on experience), paid weekly one week in arrears

• Paid attendance for mandatory training

• Fuel discount scheme

• Discounted health insurance with our healthcare provider

• Government Sick Pay Scheme

• Annual Leave: 8% of hours worked

• Career development and upskilling opportunities through internal training

Skills Required

As a Van Driver supporting an individual with complex physical needs, you should:

• Hold a full clean driving licence

• Have at least 2 years’ relevant driving experience

• Ideally have disability awareness and experience transporting clients with limited mobility (desirable but not essential)

• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Be reliable, safety-focused, and comfortable working independently

• Have patient moving and handling skills – full training will be provided if necessary

Job Responsibilities

You will:

• Transport a client using a wheelchair-adapted van to college and various locations in Co. Wexford, ensuring timely and safe travel

• Ensure the client is safely clamped and secured at all times during transport

• Assist the client when boarding and exiting the vehicle using proper lifting techniques

• Carry out daily safety checks and maintain the vehicle’s cleanliness and roadworthiness

• Report any hazards, incidents, or required repairs to the Nurse Manager promptly

• Promote a respectful, person-centred approach to care during all interactions

• Foster a positive and reliable service experience for the client

Join our team and help make a meaningful difference in someone’s daily life through safe and compassionate transport. If you’re a responsible and caring individual with the required qualifications and a passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to the email address – colin.koyce@resilience.ie