Our client, a leading provider of residential social care services for young people, is expanding their team and now seeking
Social Care Leaders
to join their trauma-informed service in
Tipperary
.
This is an exciting opportunity to take on a key leadership role within a supportive, child-centred environment that promotes positive attachments, stability, and personal growth for children and young people aged 0–17.
The Role
As a
Social Care Leader
, you will play a central role in guiding a team of Social Care Workers and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed care.
You will support the team in implementing therapeutic interventions, maintaining care plans, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment that enables young people to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support a team of Social Care Workers in delivering a therapeutic, trauma-informed model of care.
* Oversee day-to-day operations within the residential unit, ensuring compliance with HIQA standards and organisational policies.
* Develop, monitor, and review individual care plans and risk assessments.
* Provide guidance, supervision, and mentoring to junior staff members.
* Promote a child-centred, relationship-based approach in all interactions with young people.
* Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely completion of reports and administrative records.
* Engage in household management duties to maintain a safe, comfortable, and homely environment.
* Participate in on-call duties and ensure effective communication across shifts.
* Support ongoing professional development and contribute to continuous service improvement.
Requirements
* Minimum Level 7 or 8 qualification in
Applied Social Studies
or an equivalent relevant discipline (such as Psychology, Social Science, Youth & Community, Counselling, Nursing, etc.).
* A
full clean driving licence
is essential.
* Previous
experience in a residential childcare setting
is desirable, ideally with some team-lead or senior experience.
* Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and act as a positive role model for staff and young people.
* Flexibility to work across rosters and locations when required.
Benefits
* Competitive salary with incremental progression.
* Company pension scheme.
* Ongoing professional training and development.
* Paid bank holidays and additional leave benefits.
* Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.