Odyssey Social Care – Multiple Locations Across Ireland
Odyssey Social Care is a leading provider of residential care services for young people aged 7–18 who are unable to live with their families. Our mission is to create safe, supportive environments where young people can recover, develop, and reach their full potential.
We are currently recruiting Social Care Workers / Residential Care Workers to join our teams across a number of residential services nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to assessments and behaviour management plans in line with individual care plans
- Provide high-quality care and support to young people in a residential setting
- Facilitate individual and group educational and developmental activities
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory standards
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors, and external professionals
- Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and confidentiality of young people at all times
- Participate in training and continuous professional development
Requirements
- Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a related discipline
- Full, clean manual driving licence (valid for use in Ireland)
- Experience working with teenagers who may display challenging behaviour
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of Irish National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres (desirable)
Right to Work in Ireland (Essential)
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Ireland.
Due to current immigration and visa regulations, only candidates who hold an EU/EEA, British, or Irish passport can be considered for this role.
Salary & Benefits
- Social Care Worker: €37,440 – €41,184 (including full overnight rates)
- 48-hour work week (3 × 16-hour shifts or 2 × 24-hour shifts)
- Paid breaks and annual leave of 287 hours (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Company pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme, life cover (from Day 1)
- Health insurance grant, education assistance fund, and cycle-to-work scheme
- Refer-a-Friend bonus and company social events
Relocation Package:
(Available to EU/British based candidates only)
- Flight allowance up to €750
- Airport transfer on arrival in Ireland
- Accommodation support up to €1,300
- Welcome pack (€100)
Training & Development
- Structured induction and orientation programme
- Ongoing professional training (free core training provided)
- Mentorship, career progression support, and annual appraisals
- Management development and professional growth opportunities
Locations
Opportunities are available across multiple locations, including Cork, Wicklow, Monaghan, Roscommon, Tipperary, Limerick, Laois, Wexford, Kilkenny, and Carlow.
*Please note our service is free of charge
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,490.00-£35,730.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you currently have the legal right to work in Ireland without visa sponsorship?
- Which passport do you currently hold?
- Do you hold a minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a related discipline?
- Do you hold a full, clean manual driving licence that is valid for use in Ireland?
- Do you have hands-on experience supporting young people (aged 7–18) who may display challenging behaviours in a residential or care setting for more than 12 months?
Work Location: In person
