BLOOM HOUSE — SOCIAL CARE ASSISTANT
Social Care Assistant
Bloom House – Johnstown, Co. Kildare
From €17.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Full-time | Part-time | Relief | Permanent
Be part of something new.
Bloom House is a new residential service for adults with intellectual disabilities, and we're building our team from the ground up.
We're looking for caring, reliable and motivated Social Care Assistants who want more than just a job in care — people who want to be part of building something positive from the very beginning.
At Bloom House, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something new while supporting the people who live here to enjoy meaningful, fulfilling and independent lives.
About the role
As a Social Care Assistant, you will:
- Provide person-centred support with daily living and personal care.
- Support residents with activities, interests and community participation.
- Encourage independence, choice and dignity.
- Assist with meal preparation and maintaining a safe, clean and homely environment.
- Support residents in line with their individual support plans.
- Maintain accurate daily records and follow safeguarding and infection-control procedures.
- Work positively as part of a new, supportive team.
- Attend training, supervision and team meetings as required.
What we're looking for
- Caring, patient and respectful, with a genuine commitment to person-centred support.
- Reliable and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Confident communicating with residents, families and colleagues.
- Able to use their own initiative and respond positively to the needs of residents.
- Previous experience in social care, healthcare, disability or a residential setting is desirable.
Requirements
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Service Skills or equivalent.
- Garda Vetting clearance.
- References.
- Fluent English, written and spoken.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland required.
- EU/EEA Citizenship or Stamp 4.
- Full Irish/EU driving licence desirable.
What Bloom House offers
- A chance to join a brand-new residential service.
- The opportunity to help establish a positive environment from the beginning.
- Supportive management and a team-focused working environment.
- Focus on staff wellbeing and development.
- Company pension.
- Sick pay.
- Bike to Work Scheme.
Shift work will include days, nights, weekends and public holidays. Flexible rostering applies.
Job Types: Full-time | Part-time | Relief | Permanent
Pay: From €17.00 per hour (rate of pay depending on experience)
Pay: From €17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
