Person in Charge (PIC) Nursing & Social Care

Ability West; Galway; On-site; EUR 62,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

7% employer pension contribution

Healthcare discounts

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Sick Pay Scheme

Job summary

Ability West is seeking experienced nursing or social care leaders to take on PIC roles across residential services in Galway. You will lead teams, ensure person-centred support, and align with HIQA standards while fostering dignity and independence for each person.

Join a mission-driven organisation that values compassionate leadership, professional development, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to create safe, empowering homes where individuals can thrive.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of management or supervisory experience in health or social care.
• Relevant management qualification and experience of managing residential services.
• Strong knowledge of quality, legislative and regulatory requirements, including HIQA standards.
• Experience in staff leadership, budget management, roster management and person-centred planning.
• Excellent communication, organisational, report-writing and IT skills.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, person-centred services.
• Promote the rights, independence, wellbeing and individual aspirations of the people we support.
• Ensure safe and effective management of the residential service in line with HIQA and applicable legislation.
• Oversee staffing, rosters, budgets, quality standards and day-to-day operations.
• Build positive relationships with individuals, families, multidisciplinary professionals and the wider community.
• Encourage staff development, reflective practice and a positive, supportive working environment.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Roster management

Person-centred planning

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

IT skills

Driving licence

Education

Nursing Level 7+

CORU registration

Social care Level 7+

Job description

Your experience can change lives. Your leadership can shape futures.

Are you an experienced nurse or social care professional ready to take the next step in your career? Are you passionate about empowering people, leading supportive teams and making a meaningful difference every day.

At Ability West, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, independent and self-directed life. We are looking for compassionate, motivated leaders who share our commitment to dignity, respect, inclusion and person-centred support.

We have a number of exciting Person in Charge I and III opportunities across our residential services in Galway City, including positions suited to both nursing and social care professionals. Some services support people with complex medical and physical needs, offering opportunities for experienced nurses to bring their clinical expertise into a rewarding leadership role.

This is more than a management position. It is an opportunity to create a home, empower individuals, inspire a team and make a lasting difference.

Why choose Ability West

For over 62 years, Ability West has supported children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism across Galway City and County. Our vision is an equal and inclusive society in which people with disabilities are empowered to live self-directed lives.

We recognise that exceptional support begins with staff who feel valued, supported and empowered. We are committed to providing a workplace where you can develop professionally, contribute your ideas and enjoy a rewarding career.

What We Offer

Competitive remuneration -PIC III - €62 485 - €71 498, with applicable unsocial-hours and other premium payments.

Work-life balance - 23 days' annual leave and rolling rosters issued at least four weeks in advance.

Career development- Ongoing professional training, leadership development, mentorship and career progression.

Your wellbeing matters - Employee Assistance Programme, regular supervision, supportive management and a Sick Pay Scheme.

Benefits for your future - 7% employer pension contribution paid maternity and paternity leave, healthcare discounts and Bike to Work Scheme.

Supportive leadership - Work closely with experienced managers and multidisciplinary teams in an organisation that values your contribution.

As Person in Charge, you will lead one of our residential services, creating a welcoming, safe and inclusive home where the people we support are empowered to make choices, develop their independence and participate fully in their communities.

You will have the opportunity to shape the service, inspire your team and champion a culture of dignity, respect and continuous improvement.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading, mentoring and supporting a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, person-centred services.
• Promoting the rights, independence, wellbeing and individual aspirations of the people we support.
• Ensuring the safe and effective management of the residential service in accordance with HIQA regulations and relevant legislation.
• Overseeing staffing, rosters, budgets, quality standards and day-to-day operations.
• Building positive relationships with individuals, families, multidisciplinary professionals and the wider community.
• Encouraging staff development, reflective practice and a positive, supportive working environment.

Our residential services include modern, well-equipped homes, with some offering specialist facilities for individuals with complex physical and medical needs. .You will work closely with your Area Service Manager and have access to ongoing professional support and development.

Who Are We Looking For

We welcome applications from experienced professionals with either a nursing or social care background who share our commitment to person-centred services and have the leadership skills to inspire and support a team.

Nursing professionals

For positions supporting individuals with complex medical needs, we are seeking candidates with a Level 7 or higher nursing qualification, current NMBI registration and relevant clinical and leadership experience.

Social care professionals

For our social care leadership positions, we welcome candidates with a relevant Level 7 or higher qualification in Social Care or Health Science and the appropriate CORU registration or registration in progress.

Essential Experience And Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:

• A minimum of three years' management or supervisory experience in health or social care.
• A relevant management qualification and experience of managing residential services.
• Strong knowledge of quality, legislative and regulatory requirements, including HIQA standards.
• Experience of staff leadership, budget management, roster management and person-centred planning.
• Excellent communication, organisational, report-writing and IT skills.
• A full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Above all, we are looking for leaders who demonstrate empathy, accountability, creativity and genuine respect for the individuality of every person we support.

Your Salary And Benefits

Salary - Pay Scale PIC III - Premiums apply where eligible.

Working hours are 36-39 hours per week, depending on the position, with flexibility required across evenings, weekends and sleepovers. Rolling rosters are issued at least four weeks in advance to support planning and work-life balance.

Make your next career move count - Lead with purpose. Grow with us. Make a difference.

If you are ready for a rewarding leadership role where your expertise is valued, your development is supported and your work has a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. .Join Ability West and help create a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Lead with purpose. Empower lives. Build a career that matters.

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