Social Care Worker - Maternity leave cover in Dublin
- Salary
- €39,695–€46,328 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 10 Nov 2026
About the Role
Social Care Worker - Maternity leave cover
Location: Stillorgan, Co. Dublin
39 hours per week
Specific purpose contract to cover maternity leave
Job reference: SCW_BLOSSP_1310
We initially opened our doors in 2005 as part of a strategic partnership with Autism Initiatives UK. Recently we have decided to make the significant change to operate as a solely run, Irish charity independent of the UK. Although this partnership has come to an end, we are delighted with what we have achieved so far and we are very excited at what the future holds for Autism A Chara.
We will continue to provide specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services.
Our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their families and carers in providing specialist individually tailored services for all to enjoy. In recent years we have successfully expanded our services throughout Dublin, Kildare, Wexford and Wicklow and continue to seek out opportunities where we can offer assistance and value.
Given the significant role our team play in the lives of those we support our recruitment is focused on individuals willing to go the extra mile. Whether it’s helping the people we support to live independently, enjoy a better quality of life, or play a more active role in their communities our team always strives to deliver the best service possible. No two autistic people are the same and therefore no two jobs with us are the same.
Requirements
Essential criteria for the position of Social Care Worker:
- A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential
- Eligible to register with CORU as a Social Care Worker
- At least six month's recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs
- Availability to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts
- Full, clean Irish drivers licence (manual) essential with requirement to drive service vehicles
- Permission to work in Ireland essential
Details
Permanent, Specific Purpose
Salary: €39,695–€46,328 per year
Closing date: 10 Nov 2026
Benefits Include
- Access to Education Support Scheme
- Company pension with company contribution
- Sick Pay & Access to Health Care plans
- Paid Maternity leave
- Paid Paternity leave
- 22 days annual leave
- Premium rates for evening and weekend work
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
- Paid breaks
- Fantastic development and career progression opportunities, including a detailed induction before joining our services.
How to Apply
Autism A Chara does not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies, any CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be deleted and not considered.
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential, (or relevant schedule 3 qualification as listed on CORUs website) with at least 6 months recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- 39 hours per week. Availability to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts.
- What is the salary for this role?
- €39,695–€46,328 per year
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 10 Nov 2026