More than 850 posts vacant at Tusla, including hundreds of social work roles

Among the vacant posts are 340 social work roles, 244 social care positions, and 162 administration jobs.

More than 850 posts are currently vacant in Tusla, including senior positions at national and local level.

Among the vacant posts are 340 social work roles, 244 social care positions, and 162 administration jobs. It comes as the services of Tusla are under growing pressure, with the child and family agency saying the war in Ukraine and “other complex issues facing children and families in Ireland today”, have led to increased demand for services and support.