Social Care Team Lead

Medforce; Kildare; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider in Kildare is seeking a Social Care Team Lead to support the daily operations of their service. The role includes leading a team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering high-quality, person-centred support. The ideal candidate will have a Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a related field, experience in health or social care, and strong leadership skills. This full-time position demands flexibility and availability for emergencies. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working in health, social care, or disability services.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• Knowledge of HIQA regulations and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to frontline staff.
• Promote a positive team culture and support staff development.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Assist with managing budgets and resources effectively.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Collaborative Work

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care, Health, or related field

Job description

Social Care Team Lead

The Team Leader supports the Person in Charge in overseeing the day-to-day operation of a designated service. The role involves leading and supporting staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting high-quality, person-centred supports for individuals using the service. This position is based in Kildare

Key Responsibilities of Social Care Team Lead

• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to frontline staff.
• Promote a positive and supportive team culture.
• Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and training.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and probation of new staff.
• Ensure staff follow policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support the PIC in managing daily operations within the service.
• Monitor staff performance and service outcomes.
• Ensure accurate records, reports, and documentation are maintained.
• Support roster management and ensure safe staffing levels.
• Assist with managing budgets and resources effectively.
• Ensure individuals receive high-quality, person-centred support.
• Support the development, implementation, and review of individual support plans.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and support medical appointments where required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards (including HIQA).
• Monitor risk management processes and incident reporting.
• Support audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed.
• Oversee medication management and safe practices.
• Monitor fire safety, equipment checks, and service vehicle compliance.
• Organise and chair meetings with staff and residents when required.
• Maintain strong communication with families, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Assist with reporting, documentation, and service monitoring.
• Support the PIC in preparing reports and responding to incidents or complaints.

Requirements of Social Care Team Lead

• Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care, Health, or a related field.
• Experience working in health, social care, or disability services.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• Knowledge of HIQA regulations and safeguarding requirements.
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Working Requirements

• Full-time role (approx. 40 hours per week).
• Flexibility required to meet service needs.
• Availability to respond to emergencies when necessary.

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