Social Care Workers

Horizons; Cork; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizons is seeking qualified Social Care Workers to support people living in community residences in Cork City. Roles include assisting with daily living, promoting independence, and enabling participation in the wider community. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

A Diploma or BA in Social Care Practice (QQI Level 7 or higher) or an equivalent CORU-recognised qualification is required. Eligibility to work in Ireland, evidence of experience, strong report writing and knowledge

Qualifications

• Diploma or BA in Social Care Practice (Level 7 or higher on QQI).
• Equivalent CORU social care qualification.
• CORU registration or eligibility for registration.
• Valid work permission to live and work in Ireland.
• 12 months experience in a healthcare setting.
• Full Clean Driver’s Licence desirable.
• Excellent report writing and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of HIQA regulations and standards.
• Interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support people living in their own homes to flourish.
• Assist with activities of daily living and community links.
• Develop and maintain links with the wider community.
• Adopt a person-centred, citizen-based, social model of support.
• Promote valued social roles and independence.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA standards.

Skills

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

IT skills

Education

Diploma/BA in Social Care Practice

CORU registration eligible

Job description

Who We Are

Horizons - Cope Foundation in Cork Communities is one of the top 150 Employers in Ireland.Our organisation is deeply embedded in communities and we are one of the largest not-for-profit organisations in Munster.MissionHorizons supports people with an intellectual disability and additional needs such as autism or physical and medical conditions.We empower people to live a life of their choosing, connected and participating in their communities. The United Nations Convention on the Rights

Horizons - Cope Foundation in Cork Communities is one of the top 150 Employers in Ireland.Our organisation is deeply embedded in communities and we are one of the largest not-for-profit organisations in Munster.MissionHorizons supports people with an intellectual disability and additional needs such as autism or physical and medical conditions.We empower people to live a life of their choosing, connected and participating in their communities. The United Nations Convention on the Rights

Description

Social Care Workers

Full-time and Part-time positions available in:

Cork City

Horizons is looking to recruit suitably qualified and experienced Social Care Workers on a full-time and part time basis to support people living in community residences to flourish and lead a life of their choosing.

This recruitment opportunity will assist in enhancing the overall quality of life for people supported in Horizons.

Note: Applicants will be shortlisted based on the information provided on application.

Salary: The 12-point salary scale for the post as of 01/06/2026:

New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.

Your role will assist in providing person centred opportunities for people living in their own home, along with support for activities of daily living, that can help to develop and maintain links with the wider community. A commitment to a person-centred, citizen based, social model of support is required. Focus on supporting the development of valued social roles is essential.

Horizons are committed to provide the necessary modern leadership approaches, team working, trust, positive risk taking, empowerment and enablement to support the service.

Essential Educational requirements:

1. A Diploma or BA (Ord) Degree in Social Care Practice (Level 7 or higher on the Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework).

OR

An equivalent social care qualification recognised by CORU’s Social Care Workers Registration Board.

AND

Hold professional registration or be eligible for registration on the Social Care Workers register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registrations Board at CORU. Where registration has not yet been received from CORU, applicants must demonstrate evidence of application. Contract of employment will only be issued on receipt of Coru Registration.

• On application candidates must have an up to date valid work permission and be eligible to live and work in Ireland.


• Applicants must have 12 months experience in a healthcare setting.


• An understanding of theory and practice in the delivery of individualised supports to people living in their own home.


• An understanding of therapeutic approaches relevant to meet the needs of people.


• Sufficient awareness of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure an appropriate standard of service delivery.


• A Full Clean Driver’s Licence is desireable.


• Excellent report writing and organisational skills.


• Display a good working knowledge of HIQA regulations and standards.


• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.

Successful Applicants should be able to demonstrate the following:

• The ability to manage self in a busy working environment including the ability to prioritise workloads.


• Flexibility and openness to change.


• The ability to resolve conflict and empower people with sometimes quite divergent points of view.


• The ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in a timely manner.


• A willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role.


• Knowledge of Person-Centred Planning.


• Demonstrate initiative, good interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Annual Registration

(i) On appointment, practitioners must have obtained registration on CORU’s Social Care Workers Register and maintain registration annually.

Completed applications must be returned no later than Friday 13th oNovember 2026.

A panel may be formed from which appointments to the position of Social Care Worker may be filled during the lifetime of the panel (12 months).

The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.

Horizons is an Equal Opportunity Employer