Social Care Worker

Job description

Looking for a fulfilling role where you can support others and grow your career in Social Care?

Orange Recruitment is currently hiring Social Care Workers for a well-regarded adult residential service in Kilcullen, Co. Kildare. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a professional, caring team that supports adults with intellectual disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives in a safe and supportive setting.

As a Social Care Worker, you’ll work directly with service users to promote inclusion, well being, and dignity in all aspects of daily life. A Level 7 Social Care qualification (or equivalent), along with a full driver’s licence and access to a car, is required. This permanent role offers excellent benefits and career progression opportunities in a well-established Kildare service with a strong community focus.

Salary: €36,379 – €52,445 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week – Permanent Contract

What You Can Expect

• Predictable rotas issued in advance
• Enhanced weekend and unsocial hours pay
• 22 days of paid annual leave
• Strong incremental pay scale
• Death in service benefit
• Travel expense reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support

Why Work with Orange Recruitment?

• Career guidance from expert social care recruiters
• Fast and responsive support throughout the hiring process
• Clear communication and regular updates
• Tailored interview coaching to help you succeed

Additional Perks

• Supportive staffing levels on every shift
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free parking available on-site
• Structured career progression paths
• Paid and certified mandatory training

What You’ll Need

• A Level 7 qualification in Social Care (or an equivalent recognised degree)
• CORU registration must be at least in-process
• A full driver’s licence and access to a vehicle
• At least one year’s experience working with vulnerable adults in a care setting

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Support Positive Well being: Use trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches to help individuals manage behavioural and emotional challenges.
• Keep Records Up to Date: Complete daily logs, care plan updates, and any incident documentation clearly and accurately.
• Work as a Team: Collaborate with families, allied health professionals, and colleagues to ensure high standards of care and communication.
• Promote Health and Safety: Support residents with appointments, medication, and their overall physical and mental well being.
• Advocate for Choice and Rights: Encourage service users to be active participants in their own lives and advocate for their needs and preferences.