Social Care Worker

Eden Social Care; Leighlinbridge; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary €37,500–€41,000 DOE

Incremental salary scale with progress

€500 employee referral bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Birthday leave

Company pension

Sick pay

On-site parking

Ongoing training and development

Supportive management team

Job summary

Eden Social Care is seeking a dedicated Social Care Worker to support children in residential services. You will build positive relationships, provide trauma-informed care and assist with education, daily activities and safeguarding.

You’ll work with families and professionals to create a stable home environment and develop independence in young people. The role offers a full-time, permanent position with shift work, competitive pay, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care, attachment and child development.
• Ability to manage sensitive information and complete accurate daily records.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide child-centred and trauma-informed care.
• Support young people with emotional, behavioural and developmental needs.
• Help young people develop independence and life skills.
• Support education, homework and daily activities.
• Follow individual Care, Placement and Crisis Management Plans.
• Promote a safe, stable and nurturing home environment.
• Work with colleagues, families and professionals.
• Complete daily records and reports.
• Participate in team meetings, training and development.
• Support the smooth running of the house and contribute to a warm, homely environment.
• Take on shift-leading duties as experience develops.

Skills

Relationship building

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Teamwork

Record keeping

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Social Studies

CORU registration or in-progress

Relevant care qualification (CORU-aligned)

Job description

Social Care Worker – Children’s Residential Services

€37,500 – €41,000 DOE | Full-Time | Permanent | Shift Work Required

Ready to Make a Real Difference in a Young Person’s Life?

At Eden Social Care, we believe great care starts with great people. We are looking for passionate and dedicated Social Care Workers to join our growing team. As a Social Care Worker, you’ll play a key role in supporting children in a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment. You’ll build meaningful relationships, support their development and help them develop the confidence and life skills they need to thrive.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive team where your work has a genuine and lasting impact.

Why Eden Social Care?

We Invest in Our People. You’ll Receive:

• Competitive salary of €37,500–€41,000 DOE
• Incremental salary scale with opportunities to progress
• €500 employee referral bonus
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Birthday leave
• Company pension
• Sick pay
• On-site parking
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive management and leadership team

What You'll Do

As a Social Care Worker, you will:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide child-centred and trauma-informed care.
• Support young people with emotional, behavioural and developmental needs.
• Help young people develop independence and important life skills.
• Support education, homework and daily activities.
• Follow individual Care, Placement and Crisis Management Plans.
• Promote a safe, stable and nurturing home environment.
• Work closely with colleagues, families and other professionals.
• Complete accurate daily records and reports.
• Contribute to team meetings, training and continuous improvement.
• Support the smooth running of the house, helping to create a warm and homely environment.
• Take on additional responsibilities and shift-leading duties as your experience develops.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and passionate about helping young people reach their potential.

• Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Social Studies or a relevant recognised qualification* that meets CORU requirements.
• CORU registration or evidence that your registration application is being processed.
• Min 6 months of relevant experience working with children in a residential setting.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care, attachment and child development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm, empathetic and professional in challenging situations.
• A full, clean manual driving licence valid in Ireland.
• Knowledge of HIQA National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres is desirable.

*Equivalent relevant qualifications may be considered, including Psychology, Youth and Community Work, Social Sciences, Family Support, Disability Studies, Counselling/Psychotherapy, Nursing and other relevant disciplines.

Make a Difference with Eden

Working in children's residential care is more than a job. It's about being there for a young person when they need you, building trust, celebrating their progress and helping them believe in what they can achieve.

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to build a rewarding career in Social Care, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Eden Social Care.