Self-Care for Social Care Workers in Ireland: 6 Strategies to Avoid Burnout

by Orange Recruitment | Aug 18, 2025 | Social Care Worker

Working in social care is one of the most meaningful and emotionally demanding professions in Ireland. Whether you’re supporting children, adults with disabilities, or vulnerable families, the work you do matters deeply. But while you’re busy caring for...

Understanding How Social Care Organisations Are Funded and Why It Matters for Social Care Workers

by Orange Recruitment | Aug 13, 2025 | Social Care Worker

If you’re a Social Care Worker (SCW) in Ireland or training to become one you’re not just choosing a job, you’re choosing a sector. And one thing that makes a big difference to your pay, benefits, pension, and job security is how your employer is funded. ...

A Career That Cares: Why Now Is a Powerful Time to Be a Social Care Worker in Ireland

by Orange Recruitment | Aug 5, 2025 | Social Care Worker

In Ireland today, the role of the Social Care Worker (SCW) has never been more important or more visible.  Whether you’re supporting vulnerable young people, empowering adults with intellectual disabilities, or helping families in crisis, the work you do has a direct...

Building a Compliant CPD Portfolio: What Every Social Care Worker Should Know

by Orange Recruitment | Jul 28, 2025 | CPD, Social Care Worker

As a Social Care Worker (SCW) in Ireland, staying registered with CORU means staying accountable for your ongoing professional development. While the responsibility for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) lies with you, CORU doesn’t leave you to figure it out...

Is Your Organisation Supporting Your CPD?

by Orange Recruitment | Jul 16, 2025 | CPD, Social Care Worker

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is not just a regulatory requirement, it’s a key part of professional growth for every Social Care Worker (SCW). Under CORU registration, SCWs must take personal responsibility for ensuring they complete a minimum of 30...