Social Care Worker at Jerpoint Camphill

Camphill Communities of Ireland; Thomastown; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Camphill Communities of Ireland is recruiting a Social Care Worker for Jerpoint Camphill in County Kilkenny. This permanent, full-time role offers a meaningful career supporting adults with disabilities within a committed team.

Candidates should hold Level 7 QQI or BA in Social Care Studies (or equivalent), be CORU registered or in progress, have at least one year of relevant experience, and possess IT skills (MS Office, SharePoint) plus a full driving licence and own car.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 7 QQI Framework in Social Care or equivalent qualification.
• CORU registration or proof of application is in progress.
• 1 year experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Understanding of current policy and developments in Social Care within disability services.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

IT literacy

Driver's license

Education

Level 7 QQI Framework

BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

SharePoint

OneDrive

Teams

Word

Job description

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) are recruiting for:

Social Care Workers Camphill Jerpoint

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism. CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other.

We are currently recruiting for Social Care Worker at Jerpoint Camphill in County Kilkenny

Job Title: Social Care Worker

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Fulltime (40 hours per week)

Salary: €39,088 - €56,349 per annum

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation.

What you will need:

• Hold a minimum of a Level 7 on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Heath or Social Care.
• CORU registration or proof application is in progress
• Have 1 years experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
• An ability to follow, evaluate and contribute to the further development of plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of individuals supported.
• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full driver's licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.

Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting, relevant Police clearance for any country of residence of over 6 months from the age of 18 and reference checking

Camphill Communities of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer

The required qualification may be held at application or be currently in progress. Candidates actively working towards the relevant qualification may be considered for shortlisting and interview.

Closing date: 27th October 2026