Social Care Worker With Team Lead Responsibilities Day Services

SOCIAL CARE WORKER WITH TEAM LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES

Laois Day Services

FIXED TERM 12 MONTH CONTRACT 72 HOURS PER FORTNIGHT

We are recruiting for the position of Social Care Worker with team lead responsibilities 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 job desciption and person specification attached
• Remuneration based on on the June 2026 Social Care Worker with qualification (Department of Health Consolidated Pay Scales).

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: Monday 28th September 2026 @ 7pm

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

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Informal enquiries to: Amanda Stone 087 9245227