Quality Manager Grade VII (SC25-821)

Stewarts Care Ltd; Palmerstown; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading voluntary organization in Palmerstown is seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality and compliance systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree, overseeing a team of Quality Officers to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers multiple benefits, including a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Public sector pay & pension

Free onsite parking

Health Services Credit Union

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in disability, social care, or healthcare services.
• At least 3 years in a quality, governance or management role.
• In-depth knowledge of the Health Act and HIQA Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance quality and compliance systems.
• Manage a team of Quality Officers.
• Ensure proactive approach to regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management

Performance management

Mentoring

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social care, Nursing or relevant equivalent

Job description

Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation, funded by the HSE under Section 38. We support people with intellectual disabilities through residential care, day services, independent living, job advocacy, and vocational training.

Purpose of the Post

Reporting to the Director of Quality, Risk and Compliance, the Quality Manager (Grade VII) on a Permanent Contract will, on a permanent contract, play a central role in leading and enhancing Stewarts Care’s quality and compliance systems across all service areas.

The successful applicant will manage the team of Quality Officers and ensure a proactive approach to regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, and person‑centred service delivery. The Quality Manager will act as a key link between frontline services, senior management, and external regulatory bodies, ensuring that Stewarts Care not only meets but exceeds the standards set by HIQA, CARF and the HSE.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social care, Nursing or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in disability, social care or healthcare services, including at least 3 years in a quality, governance or management role.
• In‑depth knowledge of the Health Act 2007‑2013, HIQA Standards, New Directions and regulatory frameworks governing disability services in Ireland.
• Proven experience managing and developing staff, including performance management, mentoring and professional supervision.
• Strong project management capability with evidence of delivering outcomes across competing priorities.
• Ability to produce high‑quality reports for senior governance forums and influence effectively across multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Full clean driving licence and access to own transport (travel between Stewarts Care sites required).

Benefits and Perks

• Family & Lifestyle: 35‑hour work week, flexible working arrangements, free onsite parking, enhanced parental leave benefits, Cycle to Work scheme.
• Financial & Employee Benefits: Public sector pay & pension, sick pay scheme, VHI group insurance scheme, Hospital Saturday Fund, Health Services Credit Union.
• Career Growth & Development: Education and CPD support, opportunities for development and progression.
• Health & Wellbeing: Free online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted onsite leisure centre (gym and pool), subsidised onsite canteen.
• Note: Certain benefits are available following successful completion of the probation period.

Salary

In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the Grade VII salary is €60,013–€78,015 per annum (including LSI).

Reference

SC25-821

Equal Opportunities

Stewarts Care is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process may contact [e-mail] in confidence.

For more details please see the job description in the Additional Information section below.

Type of Position

Permanent

Work Pattern

Full Time

Band / Grade

VII

Location

Palmerstown, Dublin

Country

Ireland

Additional Information

• Quality Manager - Grade VII_Candidate brief.pdf

Stewarts Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer.