Location
Ashdale Care (Ireland)
Job Description
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team at Ashdale Care (Ireland), on our journey to transform the lives of young people & children with complex, emotional and behavioural needs.
No two days are the same here in Ashdale Care, this job description is designed to be flexible and adaptable, providing guiding principles for the post holder's work rather than strict limitations. It will undergo periodic review to ensure alignment with evolving organisational needs.
About the Role
To assist the manager of the home in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and to ensure the maintenance of a safe and caring environment in accordance with relevant childcare legislation, national standards and Ashdale Care (Ireland)’s Policies and Procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the home manager in ensuring care practices comply with relevant childcare legislation, National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres and best practice.
Supervise day‑to‑day management of the home and contribute to assessment, planning and implementation of individual care plans.
Facilitate good communication and decision making between the young people, their families and the support team.
Promote high standards of emotional and physical care and safety for all young people in the home to meet individual needs and promote positive outcomes.
Attend and contribute to planning meetings, statutory reviews and other meetings as required, representing the home positively and advocating for young people and their families when needed.
Foster positive relationships with parents, family members, social workers, teachers, doctors and other professionals, advocating for the young person’s needs, views and wishes.
Integrate the Model of therapeutic care within the home’s care practices and monitor and evaluate its application.
Carry out regular audits of care standards and practices within the home.
Staff Management
Provide leadership and guidance, assisting the Home Manager in organising and managing staff to maintain 24‑hour cover and consistent care.
Assist in the induction and supervision of staff.
Assist staff with written reports, handovers and appraisals.
Promote a positive culture of learning and develop an annual team training plan.
Management of Finances
Assist with budgetary control and ensure systems and policy are followed.
Other Responsibilities
Create a homely setting that children can identify with.
Uphold a safe environment meeting legal requirements, including maintaining the building, grounds, equipment and vehicles, while promoting care for surroundings and resource optimisation.
Promote a high standard of childcare practice.
Enhance professional skills through supervision and courses aligned with the home’s training plan.
Participate in a duty rota and undertake sleeping‑in duties if required.
What you’ll get in return
Competitive pay scales starting from €46,371 to €54,364 (depending on experience).
Annual Pay Review
Annual Appraisal
Competitive annual leave entitlements with long‑service incremental increase
Income Protection
Sick Pay
Flexible working arrangements
Enhanced maternity – up to 26 weeks full pay
Paternity leave – up to 4 weeks full pay
Exceptional training opportunities (internal and external)
Excellent career development opportunities
Management Training Programme
Employee Assistance Programme
First access to career opportunities as we continue to grow our services throughout Ireland
About the Company
Ashdale Care is the leading provider of enhanced and specialised therapeutic residential care for children and young people in Ireland. We care for young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs who cannot be adequately cared for in a mainstream setting.
For over 20 years our focus has always been “putting the child first”. Our child‑centric ethos consists of compassionate and industry‑leading therapeutic care.
Our service is child‑centered and uses a comprehensive, evidence‑based, programmatic approach (CARE) in the homes, with additional support provided by our in‑house Therapeutic Support Team which consists of Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Art Therapists, Teachers and Behaviour Therapists.
Company Culture
Our core goal is to allow children to create relationships, develop life skills and give them a safe place to grow.
We define ourselves by the care we give to everybody at Ashdale Care. We provide an abundance of training opportunities to all those on the Ashdale Care team. You will have every opportunity to grow in your role, and we reward and recognise hard work and dedication through career progression.
Our commitment to transforming lives is a mission that our team members contribute to daily and a role they are fully supported in.
Required Criteria
3 years’ experience within children’s residential care
Minimum level 7 in a relevant field
Closing Date
Friday 26th June, 2026
Contract Type
Full‑time
Salary
From €46,371.00 Yearly to €54,364.00 Yearly
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