Social Care Team Leader (Children's Residential)
Co. Laois | Permanent, Full-time | From €47,424 + benefits
We are seeking passionate and dedicated professionals to join our residential care team as Social Care Workers / Team Leaders, supporting children and young people with complex needs.
We are seeking a Social Care Team Leader to join an established children's residential service in Co. Laois. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while leading and supporting a dedicated care team.
Responsibilities:
* Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to social care staff.
* Ensure the delivery of high-quality, child-centred care in line with best practice and legislation.
* Oversee assessments, care planning, and reviews, ensuring young people's voices are central.
* Safeguard the welfare of young people as a mandated professional.
* Promote teamwork, effective communication, and collaboration with families and external professionals.
* Contribute to audits, inspections, and continuous improvement of services.
* Maintain accurate reports and records, ensuring professional standards are upheld.
Requirements:
* BA in Applied Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
* Minimum of 2 years' experience working with children/young people in a social care setting.
* Strong leadership, communication, and team-working skills.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, child development, and relevant legislation.
* Full clean driving licence.
* Eligibility to work in Ireland.
What's on Offer:
* Salary from €47,424 per annum (based on 2 sleepovers per week).
* Full-time position with a mix of day shifts, sleepovers, and waking nights – no on-call duties.
* Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays.
* Structured induction and ongoing staff development programme.
* Funded professional training with clear career progression opportunities.
* Wellbeing supports, including access to employee assistance services.
* Regular team-building and staff engagement events.
Please apply below to discuss in confidence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €47,424.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you hold an EU Passport?
* BA in Applied Social Care Work or equivalent?
Work Location: In person