Social Care Assistant – Kildare

Job description

Social Care Assistant – Residential Services (Co. Kildare)

Orange Recruitment is urgently seeking Social Care Assistants to join a well-established Residential Service in Co. Kildare. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a competitive salary scale from €30,272 – €37,483 per annum, plus premium payments and excellent benefits.

You must be authorised to work in Ireland to apply.

Role Overview
As a Social Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering adults with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives. You will uphold each individual’s rights, dignity, and personal choices while delivering high-quality, person-centred care in line with HIQA standards and the New Directions model.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and promote the human, legal, and constitutional rights of each person using the service.
• Facilitate and encourage decision-making, independence, and personal development.
• Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health, and appearance.
• Work in a person-centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals.
• Contribute to developing and improving care methods and service delivery.

Essential Requirements

• Full QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Social Care, Healthcare, or Nursing.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience supporting vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Full clean driver’s licence and own transport.
• Fluent English with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient IT skills (Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Teams).
• Knowledge of HIQA regulations and the New Directions model.

Benefits

• Premium pay: Saturday rates, double time Sundays, unsocial hours allowance.
• 22 days annual leave.
• Paid travel expenses.
• Death-in-service benefit.
• Cycle to Work Scheme & free parking.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme (advice & counselling).
• Paid mandatory training & access to additional learning.
• ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme.

Why Work with Orange Recruitment?

• Expert career advice from experienced social care recruiters.
• 24-hour response time & consistent communication.
• Full onboarding support from application to start date.
• Personalised interview preparation.