Permanent Social Care Worker
Relief Social Care Workers
The Cottage Home Child and Family Service
Make a Real Difference in Young People's Lives
Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive? Do you want a rewarding career where every day brings the opportunity to make a positive impact? Join our dedicated and experienced team and help empower young people to reach their full potential.
We’d Love to Hear From You If You:
✅ Enjoy building positive relationships with young people
✅ Are passionate about supporting personal growth and development
✅ Love engaging in meaningful, fun, and enriching activities
✅ Hold a qualification in Social Care, Social Work, or Psychology
✅ Want to work as part of a supportive team with excellent pay and benefits
About the Role
As a Social Care Worker, you will support young people in residential care to strengthen family connections, develop life skills, and prepare for independent living.
Join an organisation with over 147 years of experience supporting young people, where staff are valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful difference every day.
What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements
- Level 7 or Level 8 Degree in Social Care, Social Work, Psychology, or an equivalent qualification
- CORU registration
- Experience working within a residential care setting
- Flexibility to work a planned shift roster
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Desirable
- Full, clean driving licence
What We Offer
Competitive Pay
- Salary ranging from €39,965 (€20.17 per hour) to €56,644 (€28.78 per hour), depending on experience
- WRC salary increases applied
- Additional premium payments of approximately €6,000–€9,000 annually
- Double pay on Sundays and Public Holidays
- Saturday allowance
- Paid Maternity Leave
Work-Life Balance
- Rolling roster designed to support work-life balance
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Paid sick leave
Excellent Benefits
- Access the Tusla Pension scheme
- Bike to Work Scheme
- TaxSaver Commuter Scheme
- Refer-a-Friend Bonus
- Free on-site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Professional Development
- Regular professional supervision
- Ongoing training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Industry-led learning opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways
Team Culture
- Supportive and experienced management team
- Collaborative working environment
- Team-building activities and staff social events
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference every day
- Inclusive work environment that fosters diversity and equality
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding role where your skills, dedication, and compassion can positively impact young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply for either of these positions, please send an up-to-date copy of your CV to: [email protected]
Pay: €39,695.45-€56,644.85 per year
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
