About Us
Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation, funded by the HSE under Section 38. We support people with intellectual disabilities through residential care, day services, independent living, job advocacy, and vocational training.
Purpose of the Post
Reporting to Sailing Gateway Hub Lead, the Sailing Instructor will be on a Permanent contract and will be responsible for delivering and leading sailing courses and recreational/therapeutic sailing sessions for individuals attending the Stewarts Sailing Hub. This involves delivering instruction in sailing skills and safety, while delivering inclusive and enjoyable sessions that engage and inspire all participants.
Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum sailing qualification of Day Skipper (e.g., Irish Sailing, Royal Yachting Association, International Certificate of Competency (ICC)) – with Yacht Master qualification desirable.
- At least 3 years of post-qualification sailing experience including leading groups.
- At least 2 years’ experience delivering instruction in sailing skills, techniques and safety.
- Experience of delivering sailing instruction to people with disabilities or other groups with specific support needs.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Benefits and Perks
Financial: Public sector pay & pension, sick pay scheme, VHI group insurance scheme, Hospital Saturday Fund, Health Services Credit Union.
Career Development: Education and CPD support, progression and development opportunities.
Family & Lifestyle: Enhanced parental leave benefits, Cycle to Work scheme.
Health & Wellbeing: Free online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted onsite leisure centre (gym and pool), subsidised onsite canteen.
Note: Certain benefits are available following successful completion of the probation period
Salary
In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the current salary scale is Workshop Instructor (6402) €40,521 - €54,705 per annum (including LSI).
Applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process may contact recruitment@stewartscare.ie in confidence.
