Social Care Worker Support Worker ASKKL7

Health Service Executive; Callan; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Arche Ireland is hosting a Social Care Worker role advertised through Health Service Executive. This permanent wholetime position requires a QQI Level 7 or higher in Social Care/Healthcare and a willingness to engage with the community and model of L'Arche.

Applicants should have good English, strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, and experience working with individuals with intellectual disability. A driving license is highly desirable, Garda vetting applies, and shift flexibility is

Qualifications

• QQI Level 7 or higher certificate in Social Care/Healthcare or equivalent.
• Full driving license is highly desirable.
• Garda vetting will apply; only those resident and approved for work in Southern Ireland can be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support adults to live satisfying, fulfilling lives.
• Be flexible with shifts including early mornings, evenings, sleepovers and weekends.
• Maintain a person-centered approach and good oral and written English; assist with mobility aids and equipment when needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Oral English

Written English

Experience with intellectual disabilty

Driving license

Education

QQI Level 7 in Social Care/Healthcare

Tools

Wheelchairs

Assistive equipment

Job description

Social Care Worker Support Worker ASKKL7

Date posted: 6 October 2026

Before you apply

This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.

Reference

ASKKL7

Category

Health and Social Care Professionals

Grade

Social Care Worker 3029

Section 39

Advertisement Type

Open to all

The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.

Health region

HSE Dublin and South East

County

Location

L'Arche Ireland

Contract type

• Permanent Wholetime

Post specific related information

The successful candidate will be committed to providing the highest standard of services in support of adults to live satisfying, fulfilling and interesting lives. This position will require some flexibility including early mornings, evenings, sleepovers and weekend work. the sucessful applicant will hold a QQI Level 7 or higher certificate in Social Care/Healthcare or equivalent. Be willing to take part in the community and embrace the model & ethos of L'Arche. Be person centered in approach and attitude. Have a good standard of oral and written English. Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills. Experienced working with individuals with an intellectual disability - working with wheelchairs and other assistive equipment would be an advantage. A full driving license is highly desirable. Note: Only individuals currently resident and approved for work in Southern Ireland can be considered for this position. Garda vetting for this position will apply.