Social Care Assistant

Job description

Social Care Assistant – Adult Residential Disability Services (Co. Kildare)
Salary Scale: €30,272 – €37,483 per annum (Point 1, HSE scale)

We are urgently recruiting Social Care Assistants to join a supportive and values-driven adult residential disability service in County Kildare. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding environment where you will make a real difference to the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities. You will be part of a dedicated team that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life, while also benefiting from structured training, career progression, and excellent work-life balance supports.

Benefits

• Premium payments: enhanced Saturday rates, double pay Sundays, unsocial hours allowance

• 22 days annual leave

• Paid travel expenses

• Death in service benefit

• Permanent, full-time contract (40 hours roster, day & night duty)

• Paid mandatory training

Additional Perks

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• On-site parking

• Career progression opportunities

• Employee Assistance Programme (counselling & wellbeing supports)

Key Responsibilities

• Support and respect the rights of each person using the service

• Promote independence, choice, and decision-making

• Deliver care through a person-centred approach

• Encourage self-care skills, including personal hygiene, health, and wellbeing

• Contribute to care planning and continuous improvement of services

Essential Requirements

• Authorised to work in Ireland

• Full QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Social Care/Healthcare or Nursing qualification

• Minimum 1 year’s experience supporting vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities

• Fluent English (written and verbal) with strong communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams)

• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential)

• Knowledge of HIQA standards, regulations, and the New Directions model of day support services

Why Apply With Orange Recruitment?

When you apply through us, you’ll receive personalised career advice, interview preparation, ongoing communication, onboarding support, access to additional training, and guidance from experienced social care professionals.