Person in Charge – Cork

Cpl Healthcare; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl Healthcare is seeking a proactive Person in Charge (PIC) for intellectual disability services in Cork. You will lead residential centres, drive high-quality, person-centred care, and ensure HIQA-compliant operations.

This role focuses on empowering individuals to live with dignity and independence within a supportive team. Ideal candidates have a nursing degree with NMBI or a Level 8 degree in social care, plus 3+ years of management experience and a recognized management qualification.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree with NMBI registration or eligible.
• 3+ years of management experience in health or social care.
• NFQ Level 6+ management qualification.
• Strong knowledge of HIQA standards and clinical governance.
• Full eligibility to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of residential services in line with HIQA standards.
• Drive delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Inspire and develop staff teams to thrive.
• Build relationships with families, multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Champion best practice in care planning, risk management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

HIQA standards

Education

Nursing degree with NMBI registration

Level 8 Social Care degree

Job description

Person in Charge (PIC) – Intellectual Disability Services

Cork

Are you a passionate leader ready to make a real difference? We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Person in Charge (PIC) to lead high-quality residential services supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.

This is more than just a management role — it’s an opportunity to shape lives. You’ll lead dedicated teams, oversee residential centres, and empower individuals to live with dignity, choice, and independence every day.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the day-to-day operations of residential services in line with HIQA standards and the Health Act 2007
• Driving the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care
• Ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and organisational requirements
• Inspiring, supporting, and developing staff teams to thrive
• Building strong relationships with families, multidisciplinary teams, and key stakeholders
• Championing best practice in care planning, risk management, and continuous improvement

What You Bring

• Nursing Degree with NMBI registration (or eligibility) OR a Level 8 Degree in Social Care
• At least 3 years’ management experience in health or social care
• A recognised management qualification (minimum Level 6 NFQ)
• Strong knowledge of HIQA standards, person-centred planning, and clinical governance
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Full eligibility to work in Ireland

Why Join?

Join an organisation that truly values its people — where staff are supported, development is encouraged, and service users are always at the heart of everything we do.