Compassionate Social Care Assistant | Flexible Hours & Benefits

Western Care Association; Ballina; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension & life insurance

Generous annual leave

Career progression

Flexible working

EAP counselling

Bike-to-Work scheme

Sick pay

Job summary

Western Care Association in Ballina, Mayo, invites applications for Social Care Assistants to support individuals in a residential setting. Roles include delivering person-centered care, advocacy and teamwork with families and multidisciplinary staff to promote independence and well-being.

Formal qualifications are not mandatory; enthusiasm, compassion and reliability are valued. Contracts include specific hours and sleep-in duties, with a competitive pay scale and benefits.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications are not mandatory for Social Care Assistant positions.
• We are particularly interested in applicants who can demonstrate the personal qualities needed to provide compassionate, respectful and person-centred support.
• Previous experience in a social care setting is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live meaningful and fulfilling lives in a safe, inclusive environment.
• Work alongside individuals, their families and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality and personal goals.
• Advocate for individuals' needs, preferences and rights, and contribute to Individual Plans.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Job description

Western Care Association in Ballina, Mayo, invites applications for Social Care Assistants to support individuals in a residential setting. Roles include delivering person-centered care, advocacy and teamwork with families and multidisciplinary staff to promote independence and well-being.

Formal qualifications are not mandatory; enthusiasm, compassion and reliability are valued. Contracts include specific hours and sleep-in duties, with a competitive pay scale and benefits.