Social Care Worker in Arklow
- Salary
- €41,260–€57,789 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 7 Sept 2026
About the Role
Sunbeam House Services (SHS) take pride in supporting people with intellectual disabilities and complex needs to have choice and control over their lives. We offer a range of supports tailored to individual needs. We are a rights-based organisation and recognise that every person we support is unique and a valued member of society.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Care Worker to join our services in residential setting in Arklow, Co. Wicklow. As a SCW, you will be involved in supporting clients to achieve their personal outcomes, to build on their potential and to develop positive roles within their home and in the community. Working hours will be variable including day shifts, sleepovers, weekends, and unsociable hours. This is a Part-time position (39 hours per month).
Requirements
- Applicant must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or Foreign Equivalent (validated by QQI)
- Registered with the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU
- OR
- Hold a CORU-Approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU Registration (evidence required)
- OR
- Eligible for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU (evidence required)
- A passion for promoting and empowering those you support.
- A team player willing to lone work as well as working as part of a team.
- A knowledge of the HIQA regulations and standards
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Enthusiasm, energy, and creativity
- Excellent IT and report writing skills.
- Hold a full driving licence and be willing to drive location vehicles.
- Can deal with confidential information in a discreet and responsible manner.
- Be flexible to work a variety of rostered shifts over a seven-day work period.
- Understanding and experience of therapeutic interventions
Details
Location: Arklow, County Wicklow, Ireland
Contract: Permanent, Full time
Salary: €41,260–€57,789 per year
Closing date: 7 Sept 2026
How to Apply
We want to hear about you—your experiences, skills, and what makes you a great fit for the role. Please ensure your application reflects your own work. To give everyone a fair opportunity, we ask that you do not use AI tools when completing your application.
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Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- Applicants must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or Foreign Equivalent (validated by QQI) and be registered with the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU. Alternatively, applicants must hold a CORU-Approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU Registration, or be eligible for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU (evidence required).
- What are the key responsibilities of this role?
- The key responsibilities include facilitating and implementing a person-centered approach for clients, promoting and protecting the rights of people, actively seeking new interests and opportunities for people to develop meaningful roles in their communities, ensuring the overall wellbeing of clients, and assisting in the teaching of life skills.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- Working hours will be variable including day shifts, sleepovers, weekends, and unsociable hours. This is a Part-time position (39 hours per month).