Person in Charge - Cork

Cpl Group; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl Group in East Cork seeks a dedicated Person in Charge (PIC) to lead intellectual disability residential services. You will oversee centres, ensure HIQA-compliant, person-centred care and work with families and teams to empower individuals to live with dignity and independence.

The role requires a Nursing Degree with NMBI registration or a Level 8 NFQ in Social Care, plus at least 3 years of management experience in health or social care and a relevant NFQ management qualification.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or Level 8 NFQ in Social Care as stated in the candidate requirements.
• Minimum 3 years’ management experience in health or social care.
• A recognised management qualification (Level 6 NFQ or higher).
• Strong knowledge of HIQA standards, person-centred planning, and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of residential services in line with HIQA standards and the Health Act 2007.
• Drive delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Inspire, support, and develop staff teams to thrive.
• Build strong relationships with families, multidisciplinary teams, and stakeholders.
• Champion best practice in care planning, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Skills

People leadership

Regulatory awareness

Staff development

Communication with families

Clinical governance understanding

Education

Nursing Degree with NMBI registration

Level 8 NFQ Degree in Social Care

Level 6 NFQ Management Qualification

Job description

Person in Charge (PIC) – Intellectual Disability Services

East 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.