Day Service Manager (GRADEVII/CNM3)

Avista; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Pension Scheme

Bike to work Scheme

Tax Saver Travel Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay

Job summary

Avista in Dublin seeks a Day Service Manager to oversee day services across Dublin (D15, D11, D7) in a permanent full-time role. The position requires QQI Level 7 in Social Care or equivalent, CORU registration or application, and a recognised management qualification, with at least five years' sector experience and a full clean Irish driving licence.

You will lead and develop a team, support community integration, and ensure person-centred, rights-based services.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent; CORU registration or application.
• Recognised management qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 or higher.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the sector.
• Full clean manual Irish driving licence and access to own car.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day services across Dublin locations (D15, D11, D7).
• Deliver person-centred, rights-based services and support community integration.
• Ensure policy compliance and maintain CORU/NMC registration expectations.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Driving licence

English proficiency

Education

QQI Level 7 in Social Care/Applied Social Studies

Recognised Management Qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 Or higher

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary.

Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:

DAY SERVICE MANAGER:

DUBLIN DAY SERVICES located across D15, D11 AND D7

PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT (MONDAY TO FRIDAY).

CMN3/GRADE VII Salary

• Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience .

REF: 103203

Essential:

• QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU Social Care registration. CORU recognised Social Care Qualification – list of which can be found at this link: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ and Up to date CORU registration or Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU for the Social Care Worker Registration or Hold NMBI Registration.
• Possess a Recognised Management Qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 Or higher.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience working in the sector.
• Experience leading and managing a team and delivering services.
• Have experience of supporting people to integrate into their community.
• Full clean manual Irish driving licence and access to own car.
• Be knowledgeable in New Directions policy and its implementation to service delivery.
• Proficiency in the English language.

Desirable:

• Committed to working with families, advocates and MDT members.
• To hold registration in RNID.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have excellent computer skills

Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.

Why work with us?

• Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme
• Supportive and innovative working environment.
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
• Bike to work Scheme
• Tax Saver Travel Scheme

Closing date for receipt of applications 18th of September 2026.

Interviews will be held during the week of the 28th of September 2026.

Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.

“A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled.”

Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests.

Avista is an equal opportunities employer.

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