Social Work Team Leader

PEGlobal; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global Healthcare is seeking experienced Social Work Team Leaders for permanent positions across Cork, Kerry and Tipperary. You will lead and support frontline Social Workers, ensuring high-quality, child-centred services and compliance with professional standards.

These roles offer career progression within a well-established environment, with opportunities to influence service development and strengthen interagency collaborations while mentoring staff and guiding casework in line with CORU

Qualifications

• Recognised professional Social Work qualification.
• CORU registration and eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Significant post-qualification experience in social work.
• Proven leadership, supervision or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of child protection and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership, supervision and support to a team of Social Workers.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality, child-centred social work services.
• Ensure practice aligns with legislation, policies and professional standards.
• Support staff development through supervision and performance management.
• Manage workloads, resources and service priorities.
• Promote interagency collaboration and effective multi-disciplinary working.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping, reporting and compliance.
• Contribute to service development and positive outcomes for children and families.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervision

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

CORU registration

Job description

Social Work Team Leaders - Cork, Kerry & Tipperary

PE Global Healthcare | Permanent Opportunities

PE Global Healthcare is currently recruiting experienced Social Work Team Leaders for exciting permanent opportunities across Cork, Kerry and Tipperary.

These are excellent opportunities for experienced Social Work professionals looking to take the next step in their careers, leading dedicated teams and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and families.

These permanent positions offer the opportunity to contribute to the delivery and development of high-quality social work services while providing leadership, guidance and support to frontline practitioners.

The Role

As Social Work Team Leader, you will play a key role in managing and supporting a team of Social Workers, ensuring the effective delivery of services and promoting best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional leadership, supervision and support to a team of Social Workers.

• Oversee the delivery of high-quality, child-centred social work services.

• Ensure practice is in line with relevant legislation, policies and professional standards.

• Support staff development through supervision, mentoring and performance management.

• Manage workloads, resources and service priorities effectively.

• Promote effective multidisciplinary working and strong interagency relationships.

• Ensure accurate record-keeping, reporting and compliance with organisational requirements.

• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and positive outcomes for children and families.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised professional Social Work qualification.

• Registration with CORU.

• Significant post-qualification experience within Social Work.

• Previous leadership, supervisory or management experience.

• Strong knowledge of child protection, family support and relevant legislation.

• Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills.

• Full eligibility to work in Ireland.

Why Apply?

• Permanent employment opportunities.

• Excellent career progression opportunities.

• The opportunity to take on a rewarding leadership position.

• Work within a well-established public service organisation.

• Dedicated recruitment support throughout the application process.

Locations: Cork, Kerry and Tipperary

If you are an experienced Social Worker with a passion for leadership and delivering positive outcomes for children and families, we would love to hear from you.