Senior Social Care Worker

Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Senior Social Care Worker to join its client’s Children’s Disability Service team, based in Kildare. Purpose of the Role We are seeking a dedicated Senior Social Care Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support to children and young people with intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and autism. The role focuses on meeting the practical, physical, and emotional needs of those supported, promoting independence, and supporting individuals to achieve their full potential across residential, training, and day service settings. Key Responsibilities Deliver person-centred care and support in line with individual needs and care plans Coordinate shifts and provide on-the-floor leadership Supervise and support team members during shifts Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team Report to the Person in Charge and deputise when required Essential Qualifications & Experience Level 7 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Care, Social Work, Youth Work, Nursing, Teaching, Childcare (with disability modules), or a related field Minimum 2 years’ experience working in residential, respite, or day services supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities CORU registration, or in the process of obtaining registration Desirable Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership role Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where diversity is valued. Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates, and we strive to ensure an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered. Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. BH - 198023 GH - 34549