Social Care Leader: Lead Person-Centred Supports

ST. AIDAN'S SERVICES; Mill Lands; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for Sundays/PH/night

Garda Vetting

Induction & development

Annual leave (pro‑rata)

Pension scheme

Sick leave pay

Career progression

Staff discounts

Job summary

St. Aidan's Services in Ireland seeks a Social Care Leader (SCL Grade) to lead a residential service, delivering rights-based, person-centred supports and promoting independence for individuals supported.

Role involves day-to-day leadership, ensuring quality outcomes and regulatory compliance within a developing service. The post requires CORU recognition or active pursuit, a CORU-approved Degree in Social Care, and English proficiency, with at least six months in adult disability settings.

Qualifications

• Hold a CORU-approved Degree in Social Care (NFQ Level 8) or an equivalent qualification recognised by CORU (validated by QQI where applicable)
• Be registered with CORU as a Social Care Worker, or be in the process of obtaining CORU registration
• Must have a minimum of six months experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities.
• A qualification in Leadership, Supervision or Management is desirable.
• Must hold a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive company vehicles.
• Hold valid work authorisation for Ireland.
• Be proficient in both oral and written English language.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Professional Practice
• Person-Centred Planning and Outcome-Focused Supports
• Rights, Advocacy and Supported Decision-Making
• Staff Leadership, Support and Development
• Health, Wellbeing and Personal Development
• Positive Behaviour Support
• Safeguarding and Protection
• Quality, Compliance and Service Improvement
• Documentation and Professional Accountability
• Communication, Team Working and Collaborative Practice
• Operational Coordination and Service Support
• Professional Development and Reflective Practice
• Health, Safety and Risk Management
• General Responsibilities

Skills

Leadership

Record keeping

Communication

Organisational skills

English proficiency

Education

CORU-approved Degree in Social Care (NFQ Level 8)

CORU Registration

Job description

St. Aidan's Services in Ireland seeks a Social Care Leader (SCL Grade) to lead a residential service, delivering rights-based, person-centred supports and promoting independence for individuals supported.

Role involves day-to-day leadership, ensuring quality outcomes and regulatory compliance within a developing service. The post requires CORU recognition or active pursuit, a CORU-approved Degree in Social Care, and English proficiency, with at least six months in adult disability settings.