Social Care Workers/Assistant Support Workers

About the Role

Social Care Workers & Assistant Support Workers – Laois

Join Lotus Care as we prepare to open a brand-new residential centre in Co. Laois towards the end of 2026!

Lotus Care is growing, and we’re looking for Social Care Workers and Social Care Assistants to join our team as we prepare to open a brand-new residential centre in Co.Laois.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a new service from the beginning and play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and person-centred home for the people we support.

With residential centres across the Midlands and a team of over 200 staff, Lotus Care provides residential, respite and support services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We are committed to empowering the people we support to develop their independence, make their own choices and live meaningful and fulfilling lives within their communities.

We are also proud to have been nominated in the 2026 Athlone Business Awards for Employer of the Year and the Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Award .

Why join Lotus Care?

· Competitive rates of pay and premiums

· Comprehensive induction and onboarding

· Extensive in-house training and development opportunities

· CPD support and opportunities for professional development

· Ongoing mentoring, guidance and support

· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

· Refer a Friend Scheme

· Employee of the Month Awards

· Long Service Awards

· Company events and team initiatives

· Free on-site parking

About the role

· Providing person-centred support with daily living, personal care, hygiene, health, appearance, decision making and personal development.

· Supporting people in line with their individual care plans, goals, needs, activities community participation and engagement.

· Administering prescribed medication and maintaining accurate records in line with relevant policies and procedures.

· Recording and reporting incidents, concerns and complaints appropriately, working in accordance with Lotus Care procedures, HIQA standards, regulations and codes of practice.

· Working collaboratively with colleagues and the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to support each person in achieving their individual goals.

Requirements

Social Care Assistants

• A minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare or an equivalent relevant qualification with at least 2 of the 8 required modules completed, with a commitment to completing the remaining modules.

Social Care Workers

• A minimum Level 7 qualification in Applied Social Studies or an equivalent relevant qualification/registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board (CORU), or be in the process of registration.

All applicants must have:

· Previous experience in social care, disability services or healthcare.

· A genuine commitment to supporting people to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.

· A full Irish driving licence.

· Knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Willing to obtain Garda Vetting/Police Clearance.

Be part of something new

Joining our Laois team means becoming part of a brand-new residential service from the outset. You’ll have the opportunity to help establish a positive culture, build strong relationships and make a real difference to the people we support. If you’re passionate about person-centred care and want to develop your career with a growing organisation that values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants must be currently based in Ireland and hold a valid work permit with the right to work in Ireland.