Special Care Workers - Children's Residential Services Location: Lucan, Co.
Dublin Salary: €40,351 - €68,169 per annum Contract: Permanent / Full-Time Join a child-centred, professional team providing high-quality care within Special Care Units in Co.
Dublin.
As a Social Care Worker, you will support children and young people through structured routines, therapeutic interventions, and consistent emotional support-helping them grow, stabilise, and move toward greater independence.
Orange Recruitment is seeking Social Care Workers with 18+ months' experience and who are either CORU registered or eligible.
If you are unsure of your CORU pathway, we offer full guidance and support.
Key Responsibilities Create a safe, supportive environment for children and young people Implement Care and Placement Plans Support daily routines (education, appointments, meals, activities) Engage in therapeutic and age-appropriate interventions Liaise with families and professionals Maintain accurate reports and documentation Participate in team meetings and supervision Respond appropriately to challenging behaviours using approved interventions Requirements Level 7 degree in Social Care or related field Experience working with children in residential, special care, or alternative care Eligible to work in Ireland CORU registered or in process Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed practice Benefits Competitive public-service salary 39-hour roster (days & nights) 25 days annual leave (pro-rata) Paid travel expenses Paid mandatory training Cycle to Work Scheme Free parking Employee Assistance Programme Roster provided in advance Strong career progression Refer-a-friend scheme Skills: Flexible social care worker Qualified social care worker Enthusiastic social care worker person centred social care worker coru registered social care worker passionate social care worker team orientated social care worker