Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny

Kelly Services Ireland ·www.gigroup.ie

Location Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Ireland
Salary EUR 34,884 - 43,193 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
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Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny
GI Group is recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established organisation within the disability support sector, for Social Care Assistants to join their team in Kilkenny.
Our client provides residential and day services for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities and autism, supporting individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities.

Job Title


Social Care Assistant

Contract


Permanent

Hours


Full-time (40 hours per week)

Salary


€34,884 – €43,193 per annum
As a Social Care Assistant, you will become part of a dedicated and supportive team, with opportunities for ongoing learning, career development, and progression within a respected organisation.

What You Will Need

  • Hold a minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award on the QQI Framework, BA in Social Care Studies, or an equivalent qualification in Community, Health or Social Care.
  • Have at least 1 year's experience working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
  • An understanding of current policies and developments at national and sectoral level relating to social care within disability services.
  • The ability to follow individual support plans and work collaboratively to meet the ongoing needs of those supported.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
  • A full, clean driver's licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.


Please note that all successful applicants will be subject to Garda Vetting, relevant police clearance for any country in which they have resided for more than six months since the age of 18, and satisfactory reference checks.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with Sunday and Bank Holiday premiums
  • Structured pay scales
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Work-life balance
  • Paid annual leave
  • Refer-a-friend scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme offering advice and counselling
  • Death in Service benefit
  • Paid mandatory training
  • Paid travel expenses

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Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny role?
Kelly Services Ireland is hiring for the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny job located?
The Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny role with Kelly Services Ireland is based in Kilkenny, IE.
What does the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny role pay?
Kelly Services Ireland lists the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny role at EUR 34,884–43,193 per year.
Is the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Kelly Services Ireland.
What experience level is the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny role?
The Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Social Care Assistant – Kilkenny role at Kelly Services Ireland?
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