Social Care Worker

Emerald Locums; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Permanent and part-time opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Emerald Locums is recruiting Social Care Workers for a leading disability service in County Kilkenny. Roles include permanent full-time and part-time positions within disability services, offering person-centred support to individuals with intellectual, physical and sensory disabilities.

Successful candidates join a multidisciplinary team, promoting independence and quality of life while delivering care plans and upholding best practice with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexible and person-centred approach to service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to individuals with disabilities.
• Promote independence, social inclusion and community participation.
• Support individuals with activities of daily living.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with service users, families and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Support the implementation of care and support plans.
• Ensure service delivery reflects best practice and organisational values.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexible approach

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care

Job description

Location Kilkenny

Expire Date 2026-10-14

Salary Negotiable

Job Ref SOCIA53732_1789575055

Social Care Worker

Location

County Kilkenny

Speciality

Disability Services | Intellectual Disability | Community & Residential Care

Emerald Locums is currently recruiting for Social Care Workers on behalf of a leading disability service in County Kilkenny. This is an excellent opportunity to join a person-centred organisation supporting individuals with intellectual, physical, and sensory disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives.

These positions are available across disability services within County Kilkenny, offering both permanent full-time and part-time opportunities. The successful candidates will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality support and promoting independence, inclusion, and quality of life for the individuals they support.

What’s On Offer

• Permanent full-time and part-time opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within the disability sector
• Diverse and rewarding work environment

Duties

• Provide person-centred support to individuals with disabilities
• Promote independence, social inclusion, and community participation
• Support individuals with activities of daily living
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with service users, families, and colleagues
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Support the implementation of care and support plans
• Ensure service delivery reflects best practice and organisational values
• Contribute to the day-to-day operation of the service

Requirements

• Relevant Level 7 qualification (or higher) in Social Care or a related discipline
• Experience working within disability services is desirableil>
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexible and person-centred approach to service delivery
• Full clean driver’s licence essential
• Eligibility to work in Ireland