Social Care Worker

Location: On site / Ashford, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Job type: Permanent / Full or part-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare Social Care / Social Worker
Annual Salary range: from €35,490.00 to €38,532.00

Social Care Worker - Roundwood/Ashford, Co Wicklow

Attuned Healthcare

Full-Time Part-Time Relief

OUR VISION "A World Where Caring is Transformational"

Attuned Healthcare is a values driven organisation delivering high quality, trauma informed, community based supports to children, young people, and families. We believe in meeting people where they are at and walking alongside them toward positive, sustainable outcomes.

Due to continued service growth, we are seeking passionate and committed Social Care Workers to join our Residential Services across Wicklow and surrounding areas.

At Attuned, our people are our greatest strength. We prioritize supportive leadership, professional development, work life balance, and a strong team culture, making us an employer of choice within the social care sector.

What we offer

• Work-life balance culture
• Paid sick leave
• Positive and inclusive workplace
• Ongoing supervision and mentoring from an experienced team
• 24-hour on call support
• Sunday and Bank Holiday premium pay
• Full paid, high quality training programme
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Clear pathway for career progression
• Education Assistance Policy
• Meals provided
• My Future Fund Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)
• Free parking
• Bike to Work scheme
• Refer a friend bonus

The Role

As a Social Care Worker, you will provide high quality, person centered support in a small residential care setting, empowering individuals to live meaningful, independent lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person centered support that promotes independence, self care, and life skills
• Support community integration by accompanying residents to appointments, social and recreational activities, and family visits
• Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, laundry, and household duties, while promoting dignity and self agency
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to plan, record, review, and monitor care plans and individual outcomes
• Maintain accurate records using digital systems and documentation standards
• Uphold HIQA regulations and standards, best practice guidelines, health and safety, and safeguarding policies
• Create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment for all residents
• Work in a small residential center supporting a maximum of four residents, ensuring high quality, individualised care

Who Will Thrive in This Role

• Compassionate, reliable, and values driven
• Committed to empowering children, young people, and families
• Motivated to learn and develop professionally
• Comfortable working independently in the community
• Passionate about delivering high quality, ethical care

We are seeking motivated, compassionate, and professional Social Care Workers who are committed to delivering high quality residential care.

The ideal candidate will have

• A recognised qualification in Social Care / Health Care at QQI Level 7 or higher (or equivalent)
• CORU Registration or proof of active CORU application
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to plan, document, and report effectively
• Confidence in using IT systems for record keeping and care documentation
• A full, clean driving licence (essential)
• A strong understanding of best practice in residential care and of individuals' rights and protection
• Legal right to work in Ireland and successful Garda Vetting
• A professional approach grounded in respect, empathy, flexibility, and initiative
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Job Types: Permanent, Full time, Part time, Relief