Key to what we do is our culture and core values of:
Recognising everybody counts and is accountable
Providing high quality and safe services
Achieving excellence through continuous improvement
Cultivating knowledge, innovation and learning

FFI wish to make the following appointment:
Social Care Worker – Part Time – Home Based
Location: The post holder will be home-based and must be located in one of the following counties: Carlow/Kilkenny/Laois/Tipperary.
This post is on a part-time permanent basis (17.5 hours per week)

Applicants must have:
A recognised qualification (minimum Level 7) in Social Care, Youth Work or equivalent.
A minimum of 3 years experience of working directly with children/young people in the care system or other related field.
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks underpinning work with children and adolescents.
A sound knowledge of child protection procedures and the requirements of the Children First Act 2015.
The ability to take a flexible, child centred and creative approach to working with children and young people.
A high degree of flexibility regarding working hours including regular evening and weekend working.
Be prepared to engage in extensive travel in the South Region.
Please find our application form and full job description attached. In order to be considered for this
Role
must submit a completed application form along with your CV.
Please email completed application forms and CVs to jobs@ffi.ie
For further information on Fostering First Ireland please visit www.fosteringfirstireland.ie or for an informal discussion please contact Aideen O’ Brien, Children’s Officer on 086 0416311.

** Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday the 23rd of October at 5pm**
Please note shortlisting of applicants will apply.
Please note interviews will take place on the 4th of November.