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Social Care Worker (Supporting Children & Young People)
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County Westmeath
€39,811–€52,000 a year
Permanent, Full-time
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Job details

€39,811–€52,000 a year
Permanent, Full-time
Day shift
County Westmeath

Full job description

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference in a young person's life?

We're recruiting Social Care Workers / Residential Care Workers on behalf of a well-established children's service provider, with opportunities across a range of residential settings nationwide. Whether you're drawn to working with younger children, separated children, or young people in mainstream care, we'd love to talk to you.

Services currently recruiting:

  • Under-12 Residential Services
  • Separated Children Seeking International Protection Services
  • Mainstream Residential Services
  • Specialist Childcare Services
  • Other residential settings supporting young people under 18

The role

As a Residential Social Care Worker, you'll help children and young people feel safe, supported and empowered. You'll work alongside a dedicated team to create positive, stable daily routines and help young people reach their goals and their full potential.

What we're looking for

  • Eligibility to register with CORU as a Social Care Worker, or a relevant qualification such as:

Social Care Practice

Applied Social Studies (Social Care)

Social Work

Youth & Community Work

Psychology

Early Years (for services supporting children under 12)

Teaching

Counselling & Psychotherapy

Or a related qualification

  • Experience with children and young people is desirable, but not essential for every role
  • A full driving licence is highly desirable, though some services can consider candidates without one
  • A compassionate, resilient and person-centred approach

Working pattern

Residential childcare is rewarding, hands-on work, and all roles require flexibility around shifts. Depending on the service, this may be:

  • 2 x 24-hour shifts per week, or
  • A mix of day shifts and 24-hour shifts

What you'll get

  • Salary between €37,440 - €52,000, depending on experience and service
  • Health insurance contribution
  • Volunteering time off
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Strong support from experienced management teams
  • Clear opportunities for career progression
  • The chance to make a lasting impact on children's lives

Interested?

We have vacancies across a range of locations and services, so even if you're not sure which setting suits you best, we're happy to talk it through. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat. Your next role in social care could be closer than you think.

Pay: €39,811.00-€52,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

  • Do you have any experience working with children and young people?

Licence/Certification:

  • full and clean driving licence (preferred)
  • social care or related qualification? (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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