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Social Care Worker - Full Time, Portlaoise
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Staffline Group PLC
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Job Reference:
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Posted:
30.06.2025
Expiry Date:
14.08.2025
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Job Description:
Social Care Worker - Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Portlaoise & Portarlington, Co. Laois
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 24-hour shift model (includes 9-hour sleepover component)
Salary: €39,776 - €50,160 (depending on experience and qualifications)
A respected provider of residential social care services is seeking committed and compassionate Social Care Workers to join a centre supporting young people seeking international protection. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable children and adolescents in a supportive, team-based environment.
The Role
As a Social Care Worker, you'll play a vital part in supporting young residents through structured daily routines, therapeutic care, and personal development. You will work closely with colleagues to provide consistent, trauma-informed care in line with individualised plans.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering direct care and emotional support in a residential setting
Promoting wellbeing and independence through therapeutic engagement
Assisting with care planning, risk assessment, and reporting
Supporting residents with education, daily activities, and life skills
Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and respectful living environment
What We're Looking For
Minimum qualifications (Level 7 or higher) in one of the following areas:
Social Care / Social Studies
Psychology (must be Level 8)
Youth and Community Work
Counselling Psychotherapy (including Child & Adolescent or Addiction)
Social Work / Social Sciences
Family Support / Disability Studies
Applied Behavioural Analysis
Nursing Studies / Applied Policing
Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (or equivalent)
CORU-registered Social Care Worker (with or without relevant degree)
At least one year working with children or young people in a professional care setting
A full driving licence is strongly preferred
Only candidates who meet these criteria will be considered.
Employee Benefits
Structured induction and ongoing professional training
Income protection and death-in-service benefits*
Maternity pay scheme*
Access to professional supervision and debriefing
Confidential counselling services
Sick leave and compassionate leave entitlements
Access to Childlink and staff wellbeing resources
Social events and staff recognition initiatives
Hospital Saturday Fund*
Golf society membership
To express your interest or request further details, contact:
Shane Prendergast
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