Day Services Team Lead - Callan / Slievenamon

Camphill Communities of Ireland; Callan; On-site; EUR 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) is seeking a Day Services Team Lead to oversee the Callan/Slievenamon day services. The role is permanent and full-time, offering a salary of €43,904 to €54,768 per annum and the chance to contribute to a national organisation.

We value experience in regulated services for intellectual disability/autism and a commitment to person-centred care. A full driving licence is essential, Garda Vetting applies, and closing date is 23 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of a QQI Level 7 Major Award - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent in Health or Social Care.
• Have 3 years experience in programme facilitation in a day services or residential setting.
• Good working knowledge of the New Directions framework and person centred planning process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Day Services in Callan/Slievenamon to support people with disabilities.
• Apply person-centred provision and the New Directions framework to service delivery.
• Facilitate changing needs and improve service delivery with effective communication.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

QQI Level 7 Major Award (BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams)

Job description

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) are recruiting for:

Day Services Team Lead

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical / intellectual disabilities and autism.

CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other.

We are currently recruiting for a Day Services Team Lead to join our team in Callan / Slievenamon.

Job Title:

Day Services Team Lead

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time (40 hours per week)

Salary:

€43,904 - €54,768 per annum

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation.

What you will need:

• Hold a minimum of a QQI Level 7 Major Award on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Health or Social Care.
• Have 3 years experience in programme facilitation in a day services or residential setting.
• Good working knowledge of the New Directions framework and person centred planning process.

Experience of regulated services for people with an intellectual disability/autism and ability to apply knowledge of best practices.

The capacity to deliver in an effective and resourceful manner within a model of person centred provision.

Ability to facilitate changing needs and improve service delivery.

• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full driver's licence is an essential requirement.

Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting, relevant Police clearance for any country of residence of over 6 months from the age of 18 and reference checking

Camphill Communities of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer

The required qualification may be held at application or be currently in progress. Candidates actively working towards the relevant qualification may be considered for shortlisting and interview.

Closing date: 23.10.2026