Team Leader

Camphill Communities of Ireland; Kildare; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

22 days paid annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assist Programme

Job summary

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) is recruiting a Team Leader for Kilcullen Community, The Bridge. The role leads a residential staff team, supports residents and their families, and ensures a high standard of care and governance.

You will hold a Level 7 QQI and BA in Social Care Studies (or equivalent), with 2+ years in management and 3+ years with vulnerable adults. A full driving licence is essential; Garda vetting and police clearance apply.

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of a Level 7 QQI on the framework and BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Health or Social Care.
• At least 2 years management experience at a similar level of responsibility.
• Three years' experience working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to social care within disability services.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills; proficient IT skills including MS Office and collaboration tools; full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead a staff team within Kilcullen Community The Bridge.
• Support residents and families to ensure quality of life and safety.
• Contribute to ongoing development and quality of the service.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and confidentiality across the service.

Skills

Team leadership

Management experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

BA in Social Care Studies

QQI Level 7

Tools

Excel

Word

SharePoint

OneDrive

Teams

Job description

Job Description

Person In Charge Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism. CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other. We are currently recruiting for a Team Leader for our Residential Service. The position requires a high degree of understanding and commitment to the residents and to Camphill Communities of Ireland. The prime consideration at all times must be for the welfare and wellbeing of the residents. This position requires a high degree of professionalism. Confidentiality with regard to residents and staff is most important. Residential services are provided to people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, physical and sensory disabilities and also those on the autism spectrum. The centre has capacity to provide full-time residential services for a maximum of 15 adults, male and female, and to provide respite for one adult. Residents are supported by social care staff, care assistants and short-term co-workers (volunteers). Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism. CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other. We are currently recruiting for a Team Leader to join our Kilcullen Community The Bridge Job Title: Team Leader Contract: Permanent Hours: Fulltime (40 hours per week) Salary: €47,395- €56,349 per annum You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation. What you will need: Hold a minimum of a Level 7 on the QQI Framework BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Heath or Social Care. At least 2 years management experience at a similar level of responsibility. Have 3 years experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities. An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services. Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills. Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. A full drivers licence is an essential requirement. Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting, relevant Police clearance for any country of residence of over 6 months from the age of 18 and reference checking Camphill Communities of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer You will work within a beautiful community that is well-established, has strong ethos, and supported by a strengthened leadership structure. It offers the opportunity to lead a committed staff team, work closely with residents and their families, and contribute to the ongoing development and quality of the service. Contract type: Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week) Benefits: Career progression opportunities 22 days Paid annual leave Refer a friend scheme Pension Scheme Employee Assist Programme offering advice and counselling Death in Service Benefit Paid mandatory training Skills: team leader social care worker Supervisor Management social care section 39 residential services TPBN1_IJ