Deputy Manager, Children’s Residential - Lead with Purpose

Eden Social Care; Nenagh; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Incremental pay

Maternity/Paternity benefits

Birthday leave

Wellness days

Training & development

Career progression

Supportive management

Shape & develop services

Company pension

Sick pay

On-site parking

Job summary

Eden Social Care in Nenagh is seeking a Deputy Manager for our Children’s Residential Services. You will work with the Service Manager to guide a caring team and foster a safe, therapeutic environment for young people. The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, development opportunities, and strong leadership.

The position offers a clear progression path, competitive salary (€45,000–€50,000 DOE), and benefits, with on-site parking and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Level 7 qualification in Social Care or CORU-relevant registration.
• CORU registration or evidence that registration is being processed.
• At least 3 years' experience working directly with children and young people at Social Care Worker level.
• Experience with trauma-informed practice and challenging behaviours.
• Full, clean manual driving licence valid in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager in day-to-day running of the service.
• Lead, motivate and develop a dedicated care team.
• Promote a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for young people.
• Support trauma-informed and child-centred practice.
• Assist with recruitment, supervision, training and staff development.
• Support compliance with HIQA standards, legislation and policies.
• Contribute to audits, quality improvement and service development.
• Support staffing, resources and budgets.
• Participate in the senior management on-call rota.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Trauma-informed practice

HIQA standards knowledge

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care

CORU registration or in-progress

Tools

Driving licence (Ireland)

Job description

Eden Social Care in Nenagh is seeking a Deputy Manager for our Children’s Residential Services. You will work with the Service Manager to guide a caring team and foster a safe, therapeutic environment for young people. The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, development opportunities, and strong leadership.

The position offers a clear progression path, competitive salary (€45,000–€50,000 DOE), and benefits, with on-site parking and ongoing professional development.