Social Care Leader (Disability Day/Training Services)

About the Role

The Social Care Leader will support the Service Manager in the operational management of Mid-West Training Services across Dooradoyle VTC, VOICE and Gortboy Training Centre and/or future projects. They will provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and support to staff teams, promoting consistency of practice and high standards of service delivery. The role involves leading on quality, safeguarding, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the service. The Social Care Leader will support the implementation of New Directions and ensure that person-centred planning, community inclusion, and active citizenship are embedded throughout all programmes and supports. They will monitor service quality, compliance, and risk management processes and assist in the development and implementation of quality improvement plans. Additionally, the role involves supporting the ongoing development of training, educational, vocational, and community-based programmes which maximise opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities. The Social Care Leader will assist in the planning and development of services for new entrants, including school leavers transitioning into adult services. They will act as deputy to the Service Manager when required and provide operational leadership in their absence. The role also involves promoting a culture of respect, accountability, inclusion, safeguarding, and continuous professional development throughout the service.

Requirements

Fluent English is required.

Details

This role is based in Limerick and is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants. The position is available in the HSE Mid West health region, which includes the counties of Limerick, Clare, and North Tipperary. The contract type is permanent wholetime. The closing date for applications is 3 August 2026 at 11:00 AM. The proposed interview date is to be confirmed. The salary for this role is €57,484 per year. Informal enquiries can be directed to Katie Gallagher, Disability Training Services Manager, at Tel: 061 482633 or Mob: 087-3376902 or Email: katie.gallagher4@hse.ie.