Social Care Worker- Galway City

Location: On site / Galway, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare Other
Annual Salary range:from € 36,383.00 to € 54,746.00

Exciting Opportunity - Social Care Worker

Contract type: Permanent

We have an opportunity for Social Care Worker to work in an individualised service in Galway City. It is a one to one service supporting a young individual.

Join our dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of the people we support, helping them live their best life.

Ability West provides a wide range of high-quality services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism across Galway City and County. Services provided are day, residential, short breaks, community support, rehabilitative training, and multi-disciplinary support. The ethos of service provision is underpinned by our Vision, Mission, Core Values and Strategic Plan, which is to empower people with disabilities to live self-directed lives in an equal and inclusive society. Each person is supported and valued within an environment which promotes their overall autonomy, health and wellbeing and enables them to reach their potential.

• A professional degree (minimum level 7) in Applied Social Studies or relevant qualification.
• CORU Registration or in process of registration
• Previous experience working with people with an intellectual disability or a similar field.
• Full current driving license with access to your own vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic personality.
• An ability to advocate on behalf of people we support
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.

What We Are offering:

• A wide variety of on the job training with core training interventions like Studio III and medication training.
• Have an opportunity to work in a person centred organisation and make a positive difference to people's lives and communities.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas and input are valued
• The opportunity to grow and develop professionally in this role through training and experience.
• Contributory pension scheme of 7%
• Flexible benefits and above statutory minimum
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Four week rolling rosters to facilitate work life balance

Typical shifts:

(additional premiums for unsocial hours)

Please be advised that personal care is a key requirement for Social Care Worker roles.

Candidates must be eligible to work in Ireland

Closing Date for applications - 02nd November 2026