Social Care Support Worker / HCA

Social Care Support Worker / HCA - North County Dublin

Location: Portmarnock, North Dublin, Ireland

Full-Time | Part-Time | Relief / Ad-Hoc

OUR VISION "a world where caring is transformational"

Attuned Programmes Ireland is a values-driven organisation delivering high-quality, trauma-informed, community-based supports to children, young people, and families. We believe in meeting people where they are at and walking alongside them toward positive, sustainable outcomes.

Due to continued service growth, we are seeking passionate and committed Social Care Support Workers / HCA to join our Residential Services across Dublin and surrounding areas.

At Attuned, our people are our greatest strength. We prioritise supportive leadership, professional development, work-life balance, and a strong team culture, making us an employer of choice within the social care sector.

What we offer

• Work-life balance culture
• Paid sick leave
• Positive and inclusive workplace
• Ongoing supervision and mentoring from an experienced team
• 24-hour on-call support
• Bank Holiday premium pay
• Full paid, high-quality training programme
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Clear pathway for career progression
• Education Assistance Policy
• Paid breaks
• Meals provided
• My Future Fund Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)
• Free parking
• Bike to Work scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus

Salary: €29,406 - €32,448 DOE

The Role

As a Social Care Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support in a small residential care setting, empowering individuals to live meaningful, independent lives.

Key Responsibilities

       Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs, promoting independence, self-care, and community integration

       Working collaboratively with individuals to set, review, and achieve personal goals

       Supporting daily living activities while promoting dignity, autonomy, and informed choice

       Encouraging skill development and confidence in everyday life

       Maintaining accurate records and contributing to individual support plans

       Engaging in reflective practice to continually improve care delivery

       Participating in training, supervision, and team activities to enhance service quality

Who Will Thrive in This Role

You will thrive at Attuned if you are:

       Compassionate, reliable, and values-driven

       Committed to empowering children, young people, and families

       Motivated to learn and develop professionally

       Comfortable working independently in the community

       Passionate about delivering high-quality, ethical care

Essential Requirements

       Minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support, Social Care, or equivalent

       Strong communication, IT, report writing, and planning skills

       Full, clean driving licence (mandatory)

       Subject to Garda Vetting

       Legal right to work in Ireland

       Strong commitment to safeguarding and best practice

       Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment

Acceptable Qualifications Include

       QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support

       Pre-Nursing Studies

       Professional Qualification in Teaching (excluding TEFL)

       Family Support Practitioner qualification (minimum Level 6 NFQ)

       OR equivalent nationally recognised qualification in social care, childcare, family support, or education

       Career Development & Progression

       At Attuned, we actively support long-term career development through:

       Progression to Senior Support Worker and Social Care Worker roles

       Support towards Level 7 and Level 8 qualifications

       Access to leadership and specialist training

       Internal promotion opportunities

Job Types: Permanent, Full -time, Part-Time, Ad-Hoc