Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives.
At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.
Social Care Assistant
Day Service, Behy Road, Ballina, Co. Mayo
Post Details
* Permanent 30 hours per week
* Reference Number: 2026-019
Application Process
* Please apply with a current C.V.
* Closing Date: January 30, 2026
* For further enquiries, please contact: Ann Hughes, Service Manager Tel:
Please note that panels may be formed from this competition to fill similar posts within the organisation.
Job Brief
We are seeking dedicated, motivated, and reliable Social Care Assistants to join our organisation. In this role, you will support individuals to live meaningful and fulfilling lives in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. You will work alongside individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality, and achieve their personal goals. This role also involves advocating for individuals' needs, preferences, and rights, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of Individual Plans.
Candidate Requirements
* Genuine commitment to supporting individuals in achieving positive opportunities and meaningful change in their lives.
* Experience working in a person and family-centered manner.
* Strong understanding and appreciation of equality, inclusion, and quality of life for all individuals.
* Ability to listen, understand, and respectfully advocate for individuals regarding their needs, preferences, rights, and aspirations.
* Enthusiasm and dedication to upholding the ethos and values of the service.
* Experience in facilitating and supporting people with high and/or complex needs.
* Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork, and the motivation to deliver high-quality facilitation alongside individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be innovative and creative in-service responses.
* Experience in leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
* Experience supporting service development or quality improvement initiatives.
* Self‑motivated with effective time‑management skills.
* Understanding of budget awareness and financial accountability in service settings.
* Working knowledge of New Directions standards (Day Services).
* Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations preferred.
* Willingness to demonstrate flexibility to meet service demands as required.
* Good knowledge of IT systems and applications is preferred.
Qualification Details
Social Care Assistant Pay Scale (Scale Range €31,904 to €44,275 per annum)
- this is based on full time working hours i.e.39 hours per week
Other Duties Involved
* Contribute to and actively participate in the local service planning process, supporting the creative development and responding to the ongoing and changing needs of the service.
* Provide personal care and practical support to individuals as required.
* Ensure a safe and respectful workplace, adhering to the organisation's Dignity at Work Policy and all Health & Safety requirements.
* Promote safety in all environments in line with the Association's practices and guidelines.
* Use positive and proactive approaches to support individuals who may present challenging behaviours, consistent with organisational policies and best practice.
Other Requirements
* Full driver's license is essential.
* All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting and Reference checks.
* Applicants from countries outside the E.U. must provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in the Republic of Ireland. This documentation must be submitted with the application.
* Applicants who have lived outside the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than six months since the age of 16 will be required to provide Overseas Police Clearance.
Salary Scales
Social Care Assistant Pay Scale (Scale Range €31,904 to €44,275 per annum)
- this is based on full time working hours i.e.39 hours per week
Employment Benefits
* Competitive Salary in line with Department of Health consolidated scales
* Premium payments, including anti‑social hours payments on residential rosters.
* Pension and Life Insurance Scheme.
* Generous Annual Leave often exceeding statutory entitlement.
* Dedicated learning and opportunities for career progression
* Flexible working arrangements where feasible.
* Comprehensive Induction process.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes counselling support.
* Bike‑to‑Work Scheme.
* Sick pay scheme.
Health
Applicants must be fully competent and capable of performing the duties of this role and be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of providing regular, reliable and efficient service
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