Deputy Services Manager (Day Services)

Rezoomo; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sunbeam House Services in Bray & Wicklow Town is seeking a Deputy Service Manager to support the day-to-day operation of Eolas & The Pod Day Services. You will work with the PIC to ensure HIQA standards, safeguarding, governance and high-quality supports for adults with intellectual disabilities.

You will lead and develop staff, oversee quality and compliance processes, and champion person-centred practice across the service, promoting inclusion and meaningful community participation.

Qualifications

• Frontline social care professional with leadership and quality service experience.
• Ability to drive person-centred practice and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of the service with the PIC.
• Lead teams, support staff development, and oversee quality and compliance processes.
• Champion person-centred practice and ensure HIQA standards are met.
• Promote inclusion and meaningful community participation for adults with disabilities.

Skills

Social Care

Manager

Job description

Sunbeam House Services (SHS) take pride in supporting people with intellectual disabilities and complex needs to have choice and control over their lives.We offer a range of supports tailored to individual needs.We are a rights-based organisation and recognise that every person we support is unique and a valued member of society.

Skills and attributes

• Social Care
• Manager

Description

Eolas & The Pod Day Services | Bray & Wicklow Town

Ready to take the next step in your Social Care career?

Are you an experienced frontline Social Care professional who is passionate about leadership, quality services, and supporting people to live meaningful lives?

Sunbeam House Services is seeking a Deputy Service Manager to support the leadership and development of our Eolas & The Pod Day Services. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Care Worker, Shift Leader, Team Leader, or Senior Support Worker looking to progress into a rewarding management role.

Why Join Us?

• Lead and support a dedicated, person-centred team
• Develop your management and leadership skills
• Play a key role in service quality, governance and compliance
• Make a real impact in the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities
• Work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues
• Pensionable position with ongoing professional development opportunities

About the Role

As Deputy Service Manager, you'll work closely with the Person in Charge (PIC) to support the day-to-day operation of the service, ensuring high-quality supports are delivered in line with HIQA standards, safeguarding requirements and Sunbeam House Services values. You'll help lead teams, support staff development, oversee quality and compliance processes, and champion person-centred practice throughout the service.

We're Looking For

• Minimum 1 year's supervisory, shift lead or team leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of HIQA regulations, safeguarding and person-centred practice
• Excellent communication, organisation and people management skills
• A positive, solution-focused and values-led approach
• Full manual driving licence and access to a car

Ideal for Candidates Who Are:

• Ready to move into management
• Passionate about supporting and developing staff teams
• Motivated to drive quality improvement and best practice
• Experienced in disability services and community-based supports
• Looking for a career with purpose and progression

About Eolas & The Pod

Eolas & The Pod support adults with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities to access meaningful opportunities, develop independence, and lead fulfilling lives within their communities. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting inclusion, choice, rights and quality outcomes for those we support.

Ready for Your Next Career Move?

Join Sunbeam House Services and help shape services where people, quality and community come first.

Sunbeam House Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer