Kilkenny - Support Worker - Children's Residential Services at Dovida – Kilkenny, Leinster

Kilkenny - Support Worker - Children's Residential Services

We are recruiting Support Workers to join a small, specialist childrens residential service providing structured, trauma-informed care. Youll 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 childs 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 57 depending on discipline).

Patience, consistency, emotional resilience, and belief in childrens 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.

• A small, well-staffed home where every childs outcomes matter.

Apply with CV + cover letter (including 3 referees, one current/recent employer).