Social Care Worker / Team Leader (Children's Residential)
Co. Monaghan | Full-time / Part-time | From €42,000 + allowances (pro-rata for part-time)
We are seeking passionate and dedicated professionals to join our residential care team as Social Care Workers / Team Leaders, supporting children and young people with complex needs.
Whether you come from a social care, early years, or teaching background, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while developing your own career in a supportive, team-focused environment.
We offer flexibility — whether you're looking for full-time stability or part-time hours to fit around your lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do:
* Provide safe, nurturing, and therapeutic care for children in residential settings
* Support daily routines, education, and personal development
* Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and professionals
* Promote participation, rights, and wellbeing of each young person
* Lead and mentor colleagues to deliver consistent, high-quality care (Team Leader role)
* Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with care standards
What We're Looking For:
* Degree (Level 7+) in Social Care, Early Years, Teaching, Psychology, Youth & Community, or a related field
* Experience working with children/young people (residential or educational settings)
* Strong communication, teamwork, and resilience
* Full clean driving licence
What's on Offer:
* Salary from €42,000 per year + sleep-in allowances
* Flexible contracts (full-time or part-time)
* Excellent training and therapeutic care development
* Career progression into leadership and management
* Pension scheme and wellbeing supports
* Generous annual leave entitlement
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: €33,000.00-€47,595.61 per year
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you have a Level 7?
* Do you hold an EU Passport?
Work Location: In person