Link Social Worker – Sligo/ Mayo/ Leitrim (Full-Time Permanent)
Fostering First Ireland (FFI) is seeking a compassionate and committed Link Social Worker to join our team in the North West. This is a home-based role with flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and foster carers. There will be travel predominantly across Mayo, Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon.
We welcome applications from candidates who are committed to trauma-informed practice and who value connection, empowerment, and inclusivity in their work. You must live within the catchment area to ensure accessibility to foster carers.
Why Join Us?
At FFI, we offer a supportive, trauma-informed, values-led approach rooted in Safety, Trust, Empathy, Connection, Empowerment, Participation, and Inclusivity.
What You’ll Do
You’ll support foster carers through regular supervision, training, and guidance, helping them provide safe, nurturing homes for children and young people. You’ll also:
- Monitor and review carer practice to ensure high-quality placements for children and young people.
- Collaborate with the placements team to identify and match suitable foster placements.
- Facilitate monthly carer support groups and deliver core training modules.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards through accurate documentation and participation in regular internal audits, contributing to a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- There will be significant travel in this role
What We’re Looking For
- A qualified Social Worker (CORU registered) with 2+ years’ post-qualification experience.
- Experience in fostering is welcome but not essential.
- A self-starter who is flexible, empathetic, and collaborative.
- Strong organisational and IT skills.
- Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel.
- A trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to practice
- Must reside in the identified area to support foster carers effectively.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (aligned with public sector pay scales)
- Generous annual leave (25 days, rising to 30 days)
- Sick pay scheme & paid family leave
- Private Pension Scheme
- Group health insurance (after 1 year)
- Death in service cover
- Ongoing supervision, learning & development
Interested?
For an informal chat, contact:
Claire Lohan, Principal Social Worker – 087 4584095 | [email protected]
To apply, please complete our application form and send it with your CV to [email protected].
Closing date: 14/08/2026
Interviews: 20/08/2026
Shortlisting will apply.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we warmly invite you to let us know. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for all applicants.
Pay: €50,120.00-€72,356.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Do you live in Sligo/Leitrim/Mayo area which is a requirement for this role
- Do you have a valid CORU registration
Experience:
- Post qualified: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Full Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
