Team Leader (Disability Services) in Castlerea
- Salary
- €57,484–€67,130 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 19 Nov 2026
About the Role
The Team Leader will manage the day-to-day delivery of disability services in Clonard Adult Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas). The role involves leading and supervising teams, ensuring services align with national standards and best practice. Key duties include person-centred planning aligned with Personal Outcome Measures, resource and staff management (including rosters), staff development, communication facilitation, and professional leadership to ensure a high quality of life for service users.
Requirements
- Registration with the Social Care Workers Register maintained by CORU, or eligibility under the Section 91 (existing practitioner) route for registration (evidence of application status required).
- Hold an appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management (QQI Level 6). If not already held, a commitment to obtaining this qualification prior to taking up the post is required.
- Minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience working with people with an intellectual disability.
- Demonstrated commitment to community integration, active citizenship, human rights, and advocacy for people with disabilities.
- Experience in the area of autism and behaviours of concern is advantageous.
- Ability to exercise good judgement, discretion, and confidentiality, with strong leadership, communication, and team-working skills.
- Knowledge of the National Standards for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities, the Health Act 2007, and New Directions for Day Services.
- Full clean manual driving licence and use of own car is essential.
- Fluency in verbal and written English is required.
Details
- Location: Clonard Adult Services (Castlerea, Ballintubber, Ballinlough, Cloonfad areas), Co. Roscommon.
- Contract type: Permanent, full-time.
- Salary: €57,484–€67,130 per year (Department of Health Social Care Leader salary scales as at 01/06/2026).
- Hours: 78 hours per fortnight on a 7-day roster; frontline role with protected time for team leader duties; may include sleep-in/night duty with appropriate allowance.
- Pension: Pensionable position.
- Closing date: 19 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
- Interview date: 27 November 2026.
- A panel may be formed for subsequent Team Leader appointments in Clonard Adult Services over the next 6–12 months.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting a completed application form or CV by the closing date. Informal enquiries can be directed to:
- Liz Hunt, Clonard Services Area Manager: 086-8824638
- Geraldine McNamara, Service Coordinator: 0870617007
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this Team Leader role?
- Applicants must be registered with the Social Care Workers Register maintained by CORU, or eligible under the Section 91 route for registration (evidence of application status required). They must also hold an appropriate qualification in Health and Social Care Management (QQI Level 6), or commit to obtaining it prior to taking up the post.
- What experience is needed to apply for this position?
- A minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience working with people with an intellectual disability is essential. Previous experience managing a staff team and demonstrating leadership in motivating and empowering teams is advantageous.
- Is a driving licence required for this role?
- Yes, a full clean manual driving licence that qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads and the use of your own car is an essential requirement.
- Where will the interviews take place?
- The interview date is 27 November 2026, but the specific location is not stated in the source.
- What is the salary range for this position?
- The salary range is €57,484–€67,130 per year, based on Department of Health Social Care Leader salary scales as at 01/06/2026.