Social Care Apprentice: 6-Month Work-Based Learning

Tusla - Child and Family Agency; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child and Family Agency offers a 6‑month work‑based learning programme in social care, with 3 months classroom learning followed by 3 months of placement in the Dublin area. A pro rata salary of €38,130 supports employees during the programme, after which a permanent contract is offered on successful competency assessment.

Participants shadow social care workers, gain practical skills, and support social care services to improve health and social wellbeing in local communities and

Qualifications

• Qualifications listed for Youth and Community Work or related field.
• Equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction is acceptable.
• No specific software or tools are required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Shadow a social care worker and learn essential social care skills.
• Provide administration support to social care services.
• Complete the 6‑month work‑based programme with competency assessment for permanent employment.

Education

BA (Hons) Youth and Community Development

BA (Hons) Counselling and Addiction Studies

Disability Diploma (Primary Care)

Degree in Social Science

equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction

Job description

The Child and Family Agency offers a 6‑month work‑based learning programme in social care, with 3 months classroom learning followed by 3 months of placement in the Dublin area. A pro rata salary of €38,130 supports employees during the programme, after which a permanent contract is offered on successful competency assessment.

Participants shadow social care workers, gain practical skills, and support social care services to improve health and social wellbeing in local communities and