Day Services Manager-JN -102026-559475

CPL; Connacht; On-site; EUR 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incremental scale

Bonus

Pension

Income protection

Annual leave

Training bursary

Maternity benefits

Career progression

EAP

Job summary

Cpl Healthcare is seeking an experienced Day Services Manager to lead services supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and autism in Sligo. The role is full-time and permanent with a salary of €56,000–€66,000 DOE.

You will oversee day services, drive person-centred programmes, coach teams, and ensure HIQA/HSE standards compliance. A Level 8 qualification and leadership experience are required, with a focus on Positive Behaviour Support.

Qualifications

• Level 8 qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ leadership experience.
• Experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Knowledge of HSE New Directions and safeguarding practices.
• Positive Behaviour Support training.
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support teams across multiple day service locations.
• Oversee person-centred programmes with measurable outcomes.
• Coach and develop Team Leads and staff teams.
• Promote Positive Behaviour Support and best practice approaches.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA and HSE standards.
• Manage resources, budgets, and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Leadership experience

IDD autism experience

Positive Behaviour Support

Driving licence

Safeguarding

Education

Level 8 qualification

Job description

JN -102026-559475

Day Services Manager (Social Care)

Sligo

Full-Time | Permanent

€56,000 – €66,000 DOE

Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Day Services Manager to lead services supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and autism.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong leader with experience in Day Services, Social Care, Special Education, Psychology, Occupational Therapy or Behaviour Support to drive high-quality, person-centred programmes in line with HSE New Directions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support teams across multiple day service locations
• Oversee person-centred programmes with measurable outcomes
• Coach and develop Team Leads and staff teams
• Promote Positive Behaviour Support and best practice approachesl>
• Ensure compliance with HIQA and HSE standards
• Manage resources, budgets, and stakeholder relationships

What You’ll Need

• Level 8 qualification in a relevant discipline
• Minimum 3 years’ leadership experience
• Experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism
• Knowledge of HSE New Directions and safeguarding practices
• Positive Behaviour Support training
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle

Benefits

• Competitive salary & incremental scale
• Bonus & allowances
• Company pension
• Income protection scheme
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• Paid training & education bursary
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Career progression opportunities
• EAP & Bike to Work Scheme