Deputy Manager – Orchard Residential Care (New Service – Mullingar)
We are expanding our services and seek an experienced Deputy Manager to oversee the Orchard Residential Care home in Mullingar.
Main Purpose of the Job
Supervise the children’s home on a day‑to‑day basis, ensuring a high‑quality integrated approach that helps young people achieve positive outcomes. Work proactively with your Manager to optimise delivery and development of the service, promoting a respectful and inclusive culture.
Responsibilities
Effectively deliver the Orchard Residential Care home within the framework of policies, procedures, and statutory regulations.
Lead and support the Social Care team to deliver a high‑quality service that promotes safety, well‑being, and development of young people.
Contribute to service development and implement improvement plans.
Conditions of Work
The post requires a flexible approach to working hours to ensure the safety and well‑being of young people and staff.
Person Specification
Level 7 or 8 qualification in Social Care.
In process of registering or registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
Professional qualification in teaching, social care, social work or youth work.
At least 3 years post‑qualifying experience in mainstream residential care.
At least 3 years direct experience of working in and/or managing services to vulnerable children and young people.
Excellent communication and report‑writing skills.
ICT skills.
Full clean driver’s licence for Ireland held for at least one year.
Benefits
Comprehensive induction process.
Extensive training programme.
Ongoing mentoring and support.
Continuous professional development support.
Career progression opportunities.
Competitive salary with increments.
Flexible work schedule for staff and service users.
4 working weeks of annual leave.
Refer a friend initiative.
Work in a well‑resourced environment with multidisciplinary team.
Employee Assistance Programme for staff and families.
About Us
The Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish‑owned company dedicated to providing high‑quality care, support and outcomes for children, young people and adults across a range of settings in Ireland. The Group brings together three leading brands: Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.
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