Social Care Workers and Support Workers. Full and Part-Time WIDA Child and Young Persons Service Who We Are: WIDA is a community based voluntary provider of services for children and young persons with an intellectual disability and/or autism in Waterford City and County. WIDA is registered charity, with a voluntary Board of Directors. The WIDA Child and Young Adult Service is funded by TULSA. PACE- Informed Nurture Model of Care We are currently seeking passionate, resilient, and reflective professionals to join our growing children's residential team as both Social Care Workers and Support Workers. This is an exciting opportunity for professional development within a psychologically informed children's residential service that values learning, reflective practice, and therapeutic care. Staff will be supported to grow their knowledge, skills, and confidence through regular supervision, reflective team meetings, and ongoing training opportunities. You will work within a PACE-informed, nurture informed model of care that priorities relationships, emotional safety, developmental understanding, and therapeutic support. Our approach is grounded in the belief that connection, relational repair, and consistency are central to helping young people heal, develop, and thrive. Experience working with children is highly desirable. We welcome applicants with backgrounds such as: Special Needs Assistant (SNA) Primary school teacher Children's sports coach or activity leader Social care worker, particularly within children's residential services Youth worker or youth centre volunteer Any role involving close support, supervision, or engagement with children. Relevant voluntary experience working with children or young people will also be considered a strong advantage. We are looking for individuals who are: Warm, engaging, and emotionally attuned Resilient and capable of working within complex environments Open to learning, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development Skilled in relationship-based and developmentally informed approaches Passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and predictable environments for children and young people Successful candidates will demonstrate: A strong understanding of child development and relational approaches to care The ability to work therapeutically within a team environment Excellent communication and emotional regulation skills A capacity to remain reflective and curious within challenging situations Commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centered care Our residential service operates from a PACE-informed framework (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy), supporting children through connection rather than correction. We value co-regulation, emotional safety, and the importance of nurturing relationships in all aspects of care. This role would suit professionals who want to work in an environment that values not only outcomes for young people, but also the well being, growth, and support of staff teams. If you are motivated by relational practice, therapeutic care, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you. Salary: Social Care Worker €40,851 to €57,217 Support Worker €34,536 to €47,954 Hours of Work: Full Time 156 hours per 4 weeks or Part Time 120 hours per 4 weeks What We Offer: A supportive and reflective team culture Regular professional supervision Reflective practice and team formulation meetings Ongoing training and development opportunities A psychologically informed and therapeutically supported model of care Company Pension Death-in-Service Benefit Continuous Professional Development Employee Assistance Programme Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Bike to Work Scheme 23 days holidays (Pro Rata) Essential Requirements Qualifications & Eligibility: Applications will be considered from candidates who meet the following minimum requirements: Relevant qualifications and/or experience appropriate to the role and profession Demonstrated competencies and skills suitable for supporting individuals with an intellectual disability A valid permit and legal entitlement to work and live in Ireland A full clean manual driving licence is essential
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