Person In Charge (Social Care Manager) Donegal 2025

Nua Healthcare Services; Ulster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Person in Charge in Ulster, Ireland. This full-time position requires strong leadership and managerial skills, with responsibilities including ensuring quality care services and managing the staff team. Candidates need a Level 7/8 degree in a health or social related field and at least 3 years of managerial experience. This role offers significant career development opportunities and is ideal for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Company Pension

Continuous Professional Development

Education Assistance

Life Assurance

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Refer/Retain a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum managerial experience within a similar health or social care setting.
• Full Clean Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Personal Plans and Risk Assessments are maintained.
• Provide high-quality care and support to service users.
• Manage the staff team and coordinate support input.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to the team.
• Maintain high infection control standards.
• Organize meetings and reviews as required.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Strong problem‑solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Excellent organisational skills

Education

Level 7/8 Degree in Health or Social related qualification

Job description

Person in Charge

Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland's leading private healthcare providers, specialising in residential and supported living services for children and adults with complex support needs. We support people in reaching their full potential, helping them lead meaningful lives through the services we provide.

Benefits of Joining Nua Healthcare

• Company Pension
• Continuous Professional Development
• Fantastic development & career opportunities
• Life Assurance/Death-in-Service
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Bike to work Scheme.
• Refer/Retain a friend bonus.
• Discounts with Retailers – Nationwide

Job Objectives

We are seeking applications for the role of Person in Charge, who will support the Centre on a full‑time contract. The role suits experienced candidates with strong organisational and management skills, or those wishing to progress in a progressive organisation. Candidates must be suitably qualified, skilled and experienced in managing a team in a social or healthcare setting and hold the necessary responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of services in line with relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Personal Plans, Risk Assessments and Behavioural Support Plans are up to date and that services are always delivered to the highest possible quality and safety standards.
• Provide the highest quality of care and support to people who use this service.
• Meet regulation compliance in accordance with Health ACT 2007 and the Care and Support of Residents Regulation 2013.
• Manage the staff team to provide support and coordinate the input required from other individuals such as members of the Clinical Team and other departmental supports.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to the team daily. Formal supervisions, appraisals and monthly team meetings are undertaken under the Person in Charge’s control and supervision.
• Oversee the service across shifts to ensure effective and efficient services are delivered within the centre.
• Familiarise and adhere to local safety statements, risk assessments, standard operating procedures, all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain the highest level of infection control standards as directed by company policy and national best practice guidance.
• Be an active leader and role model for the team.
• Contribute to and maintain an effective team.
• Organise and participate in meetings, reviews and committees as required.
• Seek and provide guidance for work performed.

Qualification

• Level 7/8 Degree in a Health or Social related qualification (or suitable equivalent qualification with management qualification in healthcare).
• Full Clean Driver’s license.

Knowledge

• 3 years minimum managerial experience within a similar health or social care setting.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and judgement.
• Making critical decisions and recommendations.
• Capable of working within a fast‑paced and flexible team.
• Good listener and open to learning from others.
• Excellent organisational skills / self‑motivation / self‑starter.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and IT skills.
• Dedicated, reliable and flexible approach to work.

Other Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Individual and Family Services