SOCIAL CARE WORKERS/SUPPORT WORKERS
Laois Residential Services
Relief If & When Required Contracts
We are recruiting for positions of Social Care Workers & Support Workers to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Services. The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Social Care Workers & Support Workers to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. The roster will include days, weekends, waking nights and sleepovers.
Requirements:
* Relevant recognised Diploma in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care/Disability/social Care Practice (Level 7 on National Framework of Qualifications) which are CORU approved. Please note Social Care candidates must be registered with or in the process of registering with CORU. Or HSE recognised Fetac / QQI Level 5 Major award or willingness to complete.
* A valid driving licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland.
* Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities/autism.
* Knowledge of HIQA Standards.
* Good connections in the local community an advantage.
* Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively.
* Minimum basic level IT Skills, using email, word doc and systems.
* Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role
Closing Date for receipt of completed applications:
Tuesday 9th September 2025 @10.00am
Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and 'sleep-over / over-night' shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents' homes.
To apply and for further details please go to our web page at
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Informal enquiries to:
Zita Kelly (9.00am to 4.30pm)
Lisa McEvoy 087 – (9.00am to 4.30pm)
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