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Job Description - Social Care Worker (SCW) Location: Primrose Co. Westmeath Salary: €38,000-€56,000 Reports to: Social Care Leader / Deputy Manager / PIC About the Role Orange Recruitment is seeking qualified Social Care Workers for established disability and children's residential services in Longford. Candidates should be eligible for, or working towards, CORU registration. Full guidance on Section 38/91 pathways is provided. Essential Requirements <ul><li>Level 7 Social Care (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience in disability, day, or residential services</li><li>Strong knowledge of HIQA and person-centred care</li><li>Full clean driving licence</li><li>Eligible to work in Ireland</li><li>CORU registered or in process</li></ul> Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Provide high-quality daily support in residential/day service settings</li><li>Assist with personal care, life-skills development, and emotional support</li><li>Promote independence, dignity, and meaningful choice</li><li>Deliver structured activities and community participation</li><li>Support communication, social, vocational, and personal development</li><li>Maintain a safe, supportive environment and household routines</li><li>Work rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleepovers</li></ul> Benefits <ul><li>Premium payments (Saturdays, Sundays, unsocial hours)</li><li>Permanent full-time (40 hours)</li><li>22 days annual leave</li><li>Day/night duty cover</li><li>Structured pay scales</li><li>Paid leave, travel expenses, and Death-in-Service benefit</li></ul> What Orange Recruitment Offers <ul><li>Access to leading disability &amp; children's residential services</li><li>Full CORU and compliance support</li><li>Ongoing interview and onboarding assistance</li><li>Opportunities across residential, disability, community &amp; special care</li><li>A personalised, supportive recruitment experience</li></ul>

Orange Recruitment

Social Care Worker Disability & Children's Services- Primrose

Social Care Leader Children's Residential Services (Disability &amp; Mainstream)Location: Westmeath Employment Type: Full-time / PermanentAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Lead to support the delivery of high-quality, child-centred residential care across both children's disability and mainstream services. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in ensuring safe, supportive and empowering environments that promote each young person's wellbeing, independence and positive outcomes.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervise, mentor, and support the social care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care.</li><li>Lead by example, modelling best practice in trauma-informed and child-focused care.</li><li>Support the Deputy Manager and Manager in the day-to-day running of the residential service.</li><li>Co-chair staff meetings, oversee daily handovers, and ensure effective team communication.</li><li>Monitor rosters and ensure the right balance of experience and qualification across shifts.</li><li>Promote safeguarding, quality, and compliance with HIQA/Tusla standards and company policies.</li><li>Participate in staff supervision, training, audits, and on-call duties as required.</li><li>Ensure all documentation, reports, and records are maintained to a high standard and in line with GDPR.</li></ul><ul><li>Complete audits, reports, incident reviews and risk assessments.</li><li>Ensure high standards of record-keeping and documentation at all times.</li><li>Support preparation for HIQA or internal inspections.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Level 7 or higher qualification in Applied Social Care (CORU-approved), or equivalent (e.g. Nursing, Teaching, Social Work, Social Science, Psychology</li><li>Minimum two years' experience working at Social Care grade with children or young people.</li><li>Full, clean driving licence (manual).</li><li>Strong knowledge of social care principles, practice, and basic management or supervision skills.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Training in Supervision, TCI/PMAV/CPI, Addiction Awareness, First Aid, or Health &amp; Safety.</li><li>Experience mentoring or supporting care staff in a residential environment.</li><li>Familiarity with trauma-informed and positive behaviour support approaches.</li><li>Knowledge of HIQA/Tusla inspection standards and reporting requirements.</li></ul>Benefits &amp; Salary<ul><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Full Induction and Continuous Professional Development</li><li>Career Progression Opportunities</li><li>Regular Team Building and Seasonal Events</li><li>Maternity Contribution (for long-serving team members, 5+ years)</li><li>Supportive, inclusive workplace where your wellbeing matters</li></ul> Why work with Orange Recruitment?<ul><li>Career advice and support from experienced social care professionals</li><li>24 hour response time</li><li>Constant communication</li><li>Full onboarding assistance from start to finish</li><li>Access to additional training</li><li>Interview advice and preparation</li></ul>

Social Care Leader

Social Care Leader Children's Residential Services (Disability &amp; Mainstream)Location: Co Cavan Employment Type: Full-time / PermanentAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Lead to support the delivery of high-quality, child-centred residential care across both children's disability and mainstream services. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in ensuring safe, supportive and empowering environments that promote each young person's wellbeing, independence and positive outcomes.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervise, mentor, and support the social care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care.</li><li>Lead by example, modelling best practice in trauma-informed and child-focused care.</li><li>Support the Deputy Manager and Manager in the day-to-day running of the residential service.</li><li>Co-chair staff meetings, oversee daily handovers, and ensure effective team communication.</li><li>Monitor rosters and ensure the right balance of experience and qualification across shifts.</li><li>Promote safeguarding, quality, and compliance with HIQA/Tusla standards and company policies.</li><li>Participate in staff supervision, training, audits, and on-call duties as required.</li><li>Ensure all documentation, reports, and records are maintained to a high standard and in line with GDPR.</li></ul><ul><li>Complete audits, reports, incident reviews and risk assessments.</li><li>Ensure high standards of record-keeping and documentation at all times.</li><li>Support preparation for HIQA or internal inspections.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Level 7 or higher qualification in Applied Social Care (CORU-approved), or equivalent (e.g. Nursing, Teaching, Social Work, Social Science, Psychology</li><li>Minimum two years' experience working at Social Care grade with children or young people.</li><li>Full, clean driving licence (manual).</li><li>Strong knowledge of social care principles, practice, and basic management or supervision skills.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Training in Supervision, TCI/PMAV/CPI, Addiction Awareness, First Aid, or Health &amp; Safety.</li><li>Experience mentoring or supporting care staff in a residential environment.</li><li>Familiarity with trauma-informed and positive behaviour support approaches.</li><li>Knowledge of HIQA/Tusla inspection standards and reporting requirements.</li></ul>Benefits &amp; Salary<ul><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Full Induction and Continuous Professional Development</li><li>Career Progression Opportunities</li><li>Regular Team Building and Seasonal Events</li><li>Maternity Contribution (for long-serving team members, 5+ years)</li><li>Supportive, inclusive workplace where your wellbeing matters</li></ul> Why work with Orange Recruitment?<ul><li>Career advice and support from experienced social care professionals</li><li>24 hour response time</li><li>Constant communication</li><li>Full onboarding assistance from start to finish</li><li>Access to additional training</li><li>Interview advice and preparation</li></ul>

3 Social Care Worker Jobs in County Westmeath