Job Description
Location:
Millbank House, Arkle Road, Sandyford Business Park
Location & Working Pattern
This is a hybrid role based at our Head Office in Sandyford, Co. Dublin. A minimum of 3 days per week on-site is required, depending on training schedules. The role involves nationwide travel to deliver in-person training, attend off-site meetings, and represent Odyssey Social Care at conferences. Hours of Work: 40-Hours per week
About Odyssey Social Care
Odyssey Social Care provides 24/7 residential care to young people referred by TUSLA. We offer therapeutic support, education assistance, psychological services, and aftercare preparation. With over 280 employees, we are a growing organisation committed to internal development, guided by our H.A.V.E. pillars and our 3X10X mission—achieving 3 times the growth and 10 times the impact in our communities.
What We Offer
* Life cover and health insurance grant
* Pension contribution matching
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free core professional training
* Career progression pathways
* Team building and social events
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Refer-a-Friend bonus
Overview
About The Role
Reporting to the Training Manager, the Trainer coordinates and delivers training for staff within the organisation. The Trainer plays a key role in ensuring our staff teams receive high quality training and development, helping them to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in care.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
* Coordinate Training
To Coordinate The Training Of Odyssey Social Care Staff In The Mandatory Training Courses And In Any Additional Training Courses As Necessary
* Ensure trainers are booked.
* Encourage and facilitate trainee attendance.
* Ensure availability of training rooms.
* Ensure reminders are sent out to trainers and trainees.
* Ensure quality of courses.
* Ensure training is recorded and certificates uploaded.
* Ensure feedback is given to Regional and Social Care Managers of trainee attendance and performance.
* Ensure tracking of training and refresher needs of the company staff and matching with courses.
* Develop Training Courses
Develop training courses as needed by the Odyssey Social Care group of companies:
* Research training needs of staff.
* Research current availability of courses.
* Make use of current skills and knowledge in the organisation.
* Research content of courses, skills and information.
* Draw up the course.
* Develop methods of appraisal of course and of participants.
* Training
Train staff within the Odyssey Social Care group of companies:
* Plan the training course, including identifying specific needs of the participants.
* Prepare the materials and environment for the course.
* Brief co-trainers.
* Present course in a manner designed to motivate, support and enable staff.
* Assess course content and participant performance.
* Provide feedback, including constructive criticism where warranted, to participants.
* Ensure training is recorded and certificates uploaded.
* Notify Regional and Unit managers of participant performance.
* Ongoing performance appraisal
Required
Where ongoing feedback on skills developed in training programmes is required, to provide this following Odyssey Social Care's Policies and Procedures. For example, the TCI programme requires oversight by the trainer of the Incident Report:
* Read the documentation relating to the specific skills and knowledge to be monitored.
* Critically analyse the levels of skills and knowledge demonstrated in the documentation.
* Communicate with the Social Care Managers about the skills and knowledge and recording of the same.
* Give written comments regarding the implementation of specific skills and knowledge set and childcare in general.
* Alert the Head of Residential Childcare to issues arising in the documentation.
* Whistle Blowing, Confidentiality, Company Welfare:
Encourage "whistleblowing" in all staff, according to the whistleblowing policy, and receive reports from staff and managers as appropriate, acting upon them promptly and effectively.
At all times maintain confidentiality in regard to the children in our care, staffing matters, financial matters and any other matters internal to the company.
Take responsibility at all times for the wellbeing of the Company, putting it before personal, financial or other gain.
Essential
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
* Relevant Social Care Work Qualification (Min Level Level 7).
* CORU Registration [Required Or in Process]
* Minimum 3 years' Social Care Work experience in a Childrens Residential Services.
* Strong knowledge of Childrens legislation and best practices.
* Understanding of Irish National Standards for Children's Residential Centres.
* Experience delivering training sessions to staff groups.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, TMS, and data management systems.
* Traveling will be a large component of this role; you will need a full clean driving license, and flexibility in order to attend different locations nationwide (office based for administrative duties but mainly travelling.)
* Requirement to keep abreast of new legislation and regulatory frameworks.
Skills Needed
About The Company
* Mission: Provide a supportive, safe environment for 7 to 18-year-olds unable to stay with their families.
* Values: Emphasize non-violence, emotional intelligence, social learning, democracy, open communication, social responsibility, and growth.
* Care Approach: Trauma-informed and multi-dimensional, including the Sanctuary Model, Positive Behaviour Support, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, and the Saoirse Project.
Company Culture
Working for Odyssey Social Care involves being part of a team dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people. Employees engage in trauma-informed care, emphasizing safety, emotional well-being, and personal development. The organization values continuous learning, collaboration, and a commitment to their care models, which include therapeutic practices like the Sanctuary Model and Positive Behaviour Support. Staff members are encouraged to contribute to a positive, non-violent environment that fosters growth and social responsibility.
Required Criteria
* Are you legally authorized to work in Ireland?
* Do you have a Relevant Social Care Work Qualification (Min Level Level 7).
* Are you CORU Registered or in Process of being Registered?
* Do you have a Minimum 3 years' Social Care Work experience in a Childrens Residential Services.
* Do you have a Strong knowledge of Childrens legislation and best practices.
* Do you have an Understanding of Irish National Standards for Children's Residential Centres.
* Do you have experience delivering training sessions to staff groups?
Desired Criteria
Closing Date
Sunday 19th October, 2025
Contract Type
fulltime
Salary
Up to €41,600.00 Yearly