Employer: Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region
Location: Glanmire, Co. Cork
Reference: BOC87723
Contract: Permanent, Whole-time (35 hours per week)
Grade: Social Worker (3017)
Region: HSE South West
About the Role
The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is seeking a Professionally Qualified Social Worker to join its Adults and Safeguarding Social Work Department in Glanmire, Co. Cork. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a team committed to promoting dignity, rights, and wellbeing for adults who require safeguarding and social support.
Working within a Section 38 Organisation, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver a high standard of social work intervention, advocacy, and protection services for adults with intellectual disabilities and complex support needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide professional social work services in accordance with HSE and CORU standards.
- Undertake assessments, care planning, and case management for adults within the safeguarding remit.
- Support individuals and families in navigating complex care, protection, and capacity matters.
- Participate in multidisciplinary reviews and contribute to the development of safeguarding frameworks.
- Prepare high-quality reports for internal and external stakeholders, including legal and statutory submissions.
- Ensure compliance with policy, governance, and confidentiality standards.
- Engage in continuous professional development and reflective practice.
Required Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Qualification in Social Work (NQSW or equivalent) recognised by CORU.
- CORU registration as a Social Worker.
- Demonstrated experience working in adult safeguarding, disability, or community-based social work.
- Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act and Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons Policy.
Desirable
- Experience in a Section 38 or similar public-funded service.
- Familiarity with HSE safeguarding structures and multidisciplinary working.
- Post-qualification training in protection or capacity assessment.
What We Offer
- Salary Scale (as of 1 August 2025): €44,469 – €65,404 per annum (Grade Code 3017, Professionally Qualified Social Worker, per Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales).
- Comprehensive induction and professional supervision.
- Opportunities for career development within the Brothers of Charity network.
- Pension scheme and public sector terms under Section 38.
- Supportive, inclusive working environment with a strong ethos of person-centred care.
Ready to Apply?
Closing Date: Sunday, 09 November 2025 at 23:45
Proposed Interview Date: Wednesday, 03 December 2025
For further details, contact:
- Margaret Moore, HR Generalist Recruitment Lead – Tel: +353 21 4556218, Email: margaret.moore@bocsi.ie
- Michelle Clarke Dunphy, Head of Social Work Department – Tel: +353 21 4556200, Email: M.ClarkeDunphy@bocsi.ie
