Quality Officer (SC25-823)

Stewarts Care Ltd; Palmerstown; On-site; EUR 57,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading voluntary organization in Palmerstown is seeking a Quality Officer to ensure high-quality and person-centred services. The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in nursing or social care, and at least 5 years’ experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. This role offers a competitive salary between €57,325 and €70,034 annually and includes various benefits like flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Public sector pay & pension

Free online GP

Education and CPD support

Discounted onsite leisure centre

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
• Proven track record of positive change in service delivery.
• Ability to produce high-quality reports for senior management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality, safe, and person-centred services.
• Lead and embed improvements in service delivery.
• Collaborate with community stakeholders.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of HIQA Standards

Strong report-writing ability

Experience in audit and quality systems

Flexibility to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or social care

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 Quality Manager, the Quality Officer will, on a Permanent Wholetime contract, play a key role in ensuring high-quality, safe, and person-centred services for everyone supported by Stewarts Care.

The successful candidate will bring a strong and up-to-date understanding of the regulations and policies that underpin quality and person-centred practice. They will be proactive, motivated, and passionate about continuous improvement, with a proven track record of influencing, leading, and embedding positive change in service delivery.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or social care (equivalent).
• In-depth knowledge of HIQA Standards, the Health Act 2007–2013 regulations, and New Directions.
• Demonstrated experience in audit, quality, and continuous improvement systems.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities and working in partnership with community stakeholders.
• Advanced report-writing ability, with experience producing high-quality reports for senior management and/or external bodies.
• Full clean driving licence and access to own transport, with flexibility to travel between Stewarts Care sites as 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:Certainbenefitsareavailablefollowingsuccessfulcompletionoftheprobationperiod.

Salary

In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the current salary scale is Grade VI (Clerical); € 57,325 - € 70,034 per annum (including LSI ).

Reference: SC25-823

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

Additional Information:

• Quality Officer_Candidate Brief.pdf

Location: Palmerstown, Dublin

Country: Ireland