Residential Leader (Social Care Manager 1/CNM1) in County Westmeath
- Salary (indicative scale)
- €57,484–€67,130 / year
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 26 Oct 2026
About the Role
Residential Leader (Social Care Manager 1/CNM1) in Westmeath, Ireland. Permanent, full-time position with the Muiríosa Foundation. The role includes Person in Charge responsibilities and involves leading teams to drive positive change and deliver outcomes for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. The successful candidate will work in partnership with leadership experts to deliver sustainable change and improve outcomes. The role is based in the Mullingar offices and involves a 78-hour per fortnight contract.
Details
Location: Westmeath, Ireland. Sector: public sector. Indicative salary: €57,484–€67,130 per year (HSE Social Care Manager 1 national pay scale, effective Jun 2026). Closing date: 26 Oct 2026. The Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism to live self-directed, connected, and fulfilling lives. The organisation employs over 1,700 staff across multiple regions, including Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, Meath, Longford, Kildare, Tipperary, and Kilkenny. The role is based in the Mullingar offices and involves a 78-hour per fortnight contract.
Requirements
Relevant qualification appropriate to the role. Minimum of 3 years post-qualification management experience in intellectual disability (ID) services. Full current manual driving licence. Suitability as outlined in the job description and person specification. The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills: ability to lead teams, excellent interpersonal, planning, data management, IT, and organisational skills, knowledge of HIQA standards and regulatory requirements, and excellent communication skills. The role requires participation in the regional on-call roster.
How to Apply
Informal enquiries: Area Director – Joe Creevy, 087 9717400. Closing date for receipt of completed applications: 26 Oct 2026 @ 7pm. To apply, visit the Muiríosa Foundation's web page and follow the instructions provided. Attachments: Additional_Information-_Residential_Leader_2025.pdf, Job_Description_Residential_Leader_LWM.docx, Person_Specification_Residential_Leader_2025.pdf.
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Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Residential Leader role?
- A relevant qualification appropriate to the role, such as Social Care, Nursing, or another relevant qualification, and a recognised Management Course.
- What experience is required for this position?
- A minimum of 3 years post-qualification management experience in intellectual disability (ID) services.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Residential Leader role?
- Leading teams to drive positive change, delivering outcomes for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism, and working in partnership with leadership experts to deliver sustainable change.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 26 Oct 2026.
- How do I apply for the Residential Leader position?
- Visit the Muiríosa Foundation's web page and follow the instructions provided. Attachments: Additional_Information-_Residential_Leader_2025.pdf, Job_Description_Residential_Leader_LWM.docx, Person_Specification_Residential_Leader_2025.pdf.