Job description
Person in Charge - Social Care
Location: Kilcullen, Co. Kildare
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A disability support service in Kilcullen is seeking an experienced Person in Charge to lead a residential and day service for adults with intellectual disabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader committed to high-quality, person-centred care.
Salary & Benefits
1. €54,422 - €60,922 per annum (based on a 40-hour week)
2. Opportunities for progression, training, and professional development
Key Responsibilities
3. Lead day-to-day operations across residential, day, and supported living services.
4. Ensure full compliance with HIQA standards, safeguarding policies, and HSE requirements.
5. Manage and support staff teams, including supervision, development, and rosters.
6. Oversee assessments, person-centred planning, risk management, and service quality.
7. Maintain accurate documentation, audits, and regulatory reporting.
8. Build positive relationships with families, advocates, regulators, and external partners.
9. Contribute to budgeting, financial oversight, and continuous improvement.
What You Need
10. Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a related discipline.
11. Management or postgraduate social care qualification (desirable).
12. 3+ years' leadership or supervisory experience in disability/health/social care.
13. 5+ years' overall sector experience.
14. Excellent knowledge of HIQA standards, safeguarding, and relevant legislation.
15. Strong communication, organisational, and leadership abilities.
16. IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint).
17. Garda Vetting and relevant background checks.
Desirable
18. Experience within Section 38/39 or not-for-profit services.
19. Experience with New Directions or community-based support models.
Apply Today
Contact Shane:
086 795 6847