Group Home Social Care Worker

CoAction West Cork; Castletownbere; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Saturday Allowance

Sunday Premium

Job summary

CoAction West Cork invites applications for a Social Care Worker at Castletownbere Day and Residential Services. This part-time permanent role (23 hours per week) includes Saturday allowance and Sunday premium. The salary ranges from €40,945 to €54,747 per annum pro rata depending on experience.

Closing date: 14 October 2026. Responsibilities include day-to-day care, health and safety compliance, program implementation, staff supervision, and liaison with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Essential Qualifications include recognised third-level qualification with supervised practice.
• Alternative recognised social care qualifications listed (Youth and Community Degree; BA & Hdip; NQSW/BSW/MSW; RNID etc.).
• Driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Care for day-to-day needs of residents in line with health and safety regulations.
• Promote a welcoming, caring environment and high standard of care.
• Maintain records to a high standard and support families and professionals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relating to people with disabilities

Willingness to learn

Effective communication

Leadership abilities

Education

BA in Social Care|Hdip

NQSW/BSW/MSW (or equivalent)

RNID/RN qualification (where applicable)

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

CoAction West Cork invites applications for a Social Care Worker at Castletownbere Day and Residential Services. This part-time permanent role (23 hours per week) includes Saturday allowance and Sunday premium. The salary ranges from €40,945 to €54,747 per annum pro rata depending on experience.

Closing date: 14 October 2026. Responsibilities include day-to-day care, health and safety compliance, program implementation, staff supervision, and liaison with families and professionals.