Excel Healthcare Recruitment are currently recruiting CORU Registered Social Workers for full-time agency roles within Tusla Services across Dublin, Cork, Donegal, Sligo, Meath, Louth, Offaly, Cavan, and Monaghan.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within Tusla statutory services while benefiting from the flexibility and support of agency employment.
Job Title: Social Worker – Agency
Locations: Dublin | Cork | Donegal | Sligo | Meath | Louth | Offaly | Cavan | Monaghan
Contract: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Salary: HSE PayScale
Benefits:
Full-time hours with consistent scheduling
Weekly pay
Competitive HSE-aligned rates
Opportunity to gain experience within Tusla statutory teams
Ongoing support from dedicated Excel Healthcare consultants
Professional development and career progression opportunities
Role Overview:
As a Social Worker, you will join a busy Tusla team supporting children and families, delivering frontline statutory services focused on child protection, welfare, and family support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver a professional social work service in line with statutory responsibilities
- Conduct child protection and welfare assessments in accordance with Children First guidelines
- Develop, implement, and review care plans, child protection plans, and family support plans
- Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams
- Support children in care and coordinate family access arrangements where required
- Maintain accurate case records and prepare reports for court proceedings, case conferences, and reviews
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, supervision, and interagency collaboration
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, Tusla policies, and national standards
Essential Requirements:
- Must be CORU Registered as a Social Worker (essential)
- Professional Social Work qualification recognised by CORU
- Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience in a relevant setting
- Experience in child protection, welfare, or children in care services (desirable)
- Full driving licence and access to own transport
- Strong assessment, communication, and report writing skills
Why Join Excel Healthcare:
- Work within Tusla services while maintaining agency flexibility
- Secure full-time hours with competitive pay
- Gain valuable statutory experience across multiple regions
- Be part of a supportive and professional recruitment team
If you are interested in this Social Worker role, please apply below or contact Barbara Kelly in confidence on 0877379636 for further information.
