SOCIAL CARE LEADER in Dublin
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 11 Sept 2026
About the Role
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary.
Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.
Details
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Contract type: Permanent, Full-time (39 hours per week)
Salary: Indicative HSE pay scale for this grade: €57,484–€67,130 per year.
Closing date: 11 Sept 2026
Requirements
Essential:
- QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration.
- Up to date CORU registration or Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU.
- Recognised management qualification FETAC/QQ1 Level 6 or equivalent- completed or to be enrolled in a recognised management course.
- Full clean driving licence for manual vehicles and access to own vehicle.
- Minimum of three years’ experience in a relative sector.
- Experience working within the area of intellectual Disability.
- Good knowledge of New Directions and regulations
- Proficiency in the English language.
Desirable:
- QQI Level 8 is desirable but applicants with level 7 degree who have relevant experience will be considered. The award must be considered eligible for CORU registration
- Have experience of Person Centred planning.
- Desire to support people to live their best lives.
- Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning.
- Experience in the area of staff or student supervision.
- Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
How to Apply
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal enquiries to Moira Leyden, CNM3, 087 0648531
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Social Care Leader role?
- A QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration. Up to date CORU registration or Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU. A recognised management qualification FETAC/QQ1 Level 6 or equivalent- completed or to be enrolled in a recognised management course.
- What experience is essential for this role?
- A minimum of three years’ experience in a relative sector and experience working within the area of intellectual Disability.
- What are the desirable qualifications for this role?
- A QQI Level 8 is desirable but applicants with level 7 degree who have relevant experience will be considered. The award must be considered eligible for CORU registration. Experience of Person Centred planning, and experience in the area of staff or student supervision.
- What is the salary for the Social Care Leader role?
- The indicative HSE pay scale for this grade is €57,484–€67,130 per year.
- How do I apply for the Social Care Leader position?
- Submit a Cover letter and CV via the Avista careers section at https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/