Social Care Assistant

Gi Group Holding; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured pay scales

Career progression

Work-life balance

Paid annual leave

Employee assistance

Paid mandatory training

Travel expenses paid

Job summary

GI Group, on behalf of our client in Kilkenny, is seeking a Social Care Assistant to join the disability support team. The role is permanent, full-time (40 hours per week), with a salary of €34,884–€43,193 per annum, plus Sunday and Bank Holiday premiums.

You will contribute to residential and day services, supporting adults to live independent lives within their communities. Qualifications include QQI Level 5 Major Award or BA in Social Care Studies, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award or BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent.
• At least 1 year’s experience with vulnerable adults or intellectual disabilities.
• Understanding of national policies relating to disability services.
• Ability to follow individual support plans and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide residential and day services to adults with disabilities.
• Support individuals to live independently within their communities.
• Follow individual support plans and liaise with the team.
• Maintain strong interpersonal and written communication with stakeholders.

Skills

QQI Level 5 Major Award

Experience with vulnerable adults

Policy awareness

Follow support plans

Interpersonal communication

IT skills (Word/Excel/SharePoint/Teams

Driver's license

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award

BA in Social Care Studies

Equivalent qualification in Community, Health or Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

SharePoint

OneDrive

Teams

Job description

Social Care Assistant (BBBH693094) Kilkenny, Republic of Ireland

Salary: EUR34884 - EUR43193 per annum

Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny GI Group is recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established organisation within the disability support sector, for Social Care Assistants to join their team in Kilkenny. Our client provides residential and day services for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities and autism, supporting individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities.

Job Title

Social Care Assistant

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full-time (40 hours per week)

€34,884 – €43,193 per annum As a Social Care Assistant, you will become part of a dedicated and supportive team, with opportunities for ongoing learning, career development, and progression within a respected organisation.

What You Will Need

• Hold a minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award on the QQI Framework, BA in Social Care Studies, or an equivalent qualification in Community, Health or Social Care.
• Have at least 1 year's experience working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• An understanding of current policies and developments at national and sectoral level relating to social care within disability services.
• The ability to follow individual support plans and work collaboratively to meet the ongoing needs of those supported.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full, clean driver's licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.

Please note that all successful applicants will be subject to Garda Vetting, relevant police clearance for any country in which they have resided for more than six months since the age of 18, and satisfactory reference checks.

• Competitive salary with Sunday and Bank Holiday premiums
• Structured pay scales
• Career progression opportunities
• Work-life balance
• Paid annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme offering advice and counselling
• Paid mandatory training
• Paid travel expenses

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.