Social Care Worker Day Services

SOCIAL CARE WORKER

Laois Day Services

Permanent Full Time 70 Hours Per Fortnight Contract

We are recruiting for the position of Social Care Worker with additional team lead duties to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Services. The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Social Care Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life.

Requirements:

• Relevant recognised Diploma in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care (Level 7 on National Framework of Qualifications), Please note social care candidates must be registered with CORU or provide confirmation from CORU that they have commenced the process of registration.
• A valid Full Driving Licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland;
• Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, autism and/or behaviours of concern
• Excellent organisational, logistical and I.T skills an advantage;
• Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.

Desirable:

I am a young man requiring support in transitioning from school to adult day services.

I have a love of trucks, animals and water. I also love 80’s, dance & country music.

An individual who shares these interests with me would be highly desirable.

We also require staff members to be willing to work alone across a variety of locations as required.

Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tuesday 7th July 2026

To apply and for further details please go to our web page at

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Informal enquiries to: Sinéad Oxley 087 710 5445