Special Care Workers - Children Residential Services Location: Dublin Incremental Salary Scale : €37,055 - €68,169 per annum Contract: Permanent / Full-Time The Special Care Worker will join a committed, child-centred team providing high-quality care across Special Care Units in Dublin. The Special Care Worker will support children and young people in residential care settings through structured interventions, daily routines, and emotional support, helping them grow, develop, and prepare for more independent living. Providing care for complex needs (emotional, behavioural, or mental health). Supporting children in short-term, long-term, or high-support placements. Minimum 18 months' experience in children's residential care. What you need: Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a related discipline Experience working with children Eligible to work in Ireland Knowledge of child protection, safeguarding, and trauma-informed care CORU registered or in process application Benefits: Public service role with high salary and pension scheme Additional allowances 39 hours per week on a roster system (including day and night shifts) 23-26 days of annual leave (pro-rata) Paid travel expenses Paid mandatory training Cycle to Work Scheme Free parking Access to the Employee Assistance Programme Roster provided in advance Work/life balance supports Career development and progression opportunities Why work with Orange Recruitment? We provide Career Supports, Coaching, Competency Interview Skill Training and sector specific insights from experienced social care recruiters We'll guide you every step of the way throughout the entire CORU process 24-hour response time and constant communication throughout your journey. 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