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Support Worker - Children's Residential Services
Posted on Dec. 11, 2025
- Kilkenny, Ireland
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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We are recruiting Support Workers to join a small, specialist children’s residential service providing structured, trauma-informed care. You’ll help create a safe, nurturing environment where children can build trust, develop skills, and experience meaningful daily life.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily support tailored to each child’s needs.
- Build warm, stable relationships that promote safety and growth.
- Support routines (meals, personal care, recreation, school, community).
- Implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies.
- Record notes, incidents, and observations in line with HIQA/TUSLA standards.
- Contribute to teamwork, reflective practice, and supervision.
Requirements
- Recognised qualification in Social Care, Childcare, Psychology, Counselling, Nursing, Youth Work, or equivalent (minimum Level 5–7 depending on discipline).
- Patience, consistency, emotional resilience, and belief in children’s potential.
Desirable: Full driving licence, experience supporting children with high support needs.
We Offer
- €16/hr + premiums, pension, EAP, free parking.
- Permanent contract, block hours, induction training, CPD.
- Supportive leadership, reflective practice, and career progression.
Apply with CV + cover letter (including 3 referees, one current/recent employer).
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