Person In Charge Trim, Co. Meath

The Talbot Group; Trim; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction process

Training programme

Mentoring and support

Career progression

27 days annual leave

Sick leave

Maternity leave

Death in service benefit

Christmas Gift Card

HIQA Gift Card

Referral bonus

Employee assistance programme

Bike-to-Work scheme

Free onsite car parking

Job summary

The Talbot Group is seeking a dedicated Person in Charge to oversee a new Children’s Respite service in Trim, Co. Meath. The role focuses on leading care delivery, staff development, and regulatory compliance to ensure high standards of person-centred support for residents.

As PIC, you’ll drive quality, collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, and build strong stakeholder relationships, including families. A supportive, development-focused environment and competitive pay accompany this role.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care or related allied discipline.
• Minimum of three years' management or supervisory experience in health or social care.
• Qualification in health or social care management (Level 6+).

Responsibilities

• The PIC will manage the service and staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Ensure HIQA compliance and implement Talbot Group policies.
• Respond to complaints per policy and provide team mentorship.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary appointments and care plan reviews.
• Support residents’ choice, citizenship and family relations.
• Regularly review care plans and pursue ongoing professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care

Health/Social Care management qualification

Job description

About Talbot Group:
The Talbot Group aim to provide the highest quality of care and support to our residents to enable them to have the very best life they can and to maximise their independence. We are appointing an individual who is enthusiastic and passionate to join our Team. To provide services in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values, where the delivery of exceptional quality person centred care to our residents is their focus. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity for training and development so that we can achieve the best outcome for our residents, while at the same time supporting our staff in their professional development.

Job Title: Person in Charge
Location: Trim, Co. Meath
Type of Service: New Children's Respite
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Salary: €58,000+ DOE
About Talbot Group:
The Talbot Group aim to provide the highest quality of care and support to our residents to enable them to have the very best life they can and to maximise their independence. We are appointing an individual who is enthusiastic and passionate to join our Team. To provide services in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values, where the delivery of exceptional quality person centred care to our residents is their focus. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity for training and development so that we can achieve the best outcome for our residents, while at the same time supporting our staff in their professional development.
Purpose of the Role:

• The Person in Charge (PIC) will be responsible for the overall management of the Service. This includes responsibility for providing the highest standards of service to Residents and management of staff.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with HIQA standards and the implementation of Talbot Group policies and procedures supporting best care and practice in a disability services.
• Report and where appropriate respond to complaints, in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• The Person in Charge manages the staff team as well as providing mentorship and leadership -Supervision, appraisals, monthly team meetings.
• Coordinate and prioritise appointments in liaison with multi-disciplinary team.
• Ensure a high quality of life for residents through person centred care plans, health promotion, reviews and personal risk assessments, as appropriate.
• Enable and support residents to have choice and control in their lives, develop citizenship, maintain relationships with family and friends incl. accessing advocates and other professional supports as maybe appropriate.
• Ensure care plans are regularly reviewed and updated as per regulations.
• Be aware of current developments within relevant profession and maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development.
  

Role Requirements:

• A QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care or a degree in another relevant Allied Healthcare related discipline.
• Have a minimum of three years' experience in a management or supervisory role in the Health or Social Care sector.
• Hold an appropriate qualification in Health or Social Care management. (minimum level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  

PIC Rewards & Benefits:

• Comprehensive induction process
• Extensive training programme
• On-going mentoring and support
• Continuous Professional Development support
• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary with increments based on scope of role, qualifications, and experience.
• 40 hour week (all breaks paid)
• 27 days Annual Leave
• Sick Leave benefit
• Maternity Leave benefit
• Death in service benefit
• Christmas Gift Card
• HIQA Inspection Gift Card
• Service based recognition awards
• €500 refer a friend initiative
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
• Bike-to-Work Scheme
• Free onsite Car Parking