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Social Care Lead – Day Services
Locations: North Tipperary / South Offaly
Hours: Permanent Part-Time (35 Hours per Week)
The Role
3Q Recruitment is recruiting for a Social Care Lead to support Day Services across North Tipperary and South Offaly. This is a structured, leadership-focused role within a regulated environment supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
You will lead day-to-day operations, support staff, and ensure high standards of care, safety, and service delivery in line with HIQA requirements and best practice.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, and support to Social Care staff
Ensure delivery of person-centred, rights-based supports
Support individuals with daily activities, life skills, and community participation
Lead individual planning, reviews, and goal setting
Maintain a safe, hygienic, and compliant service environment
Ensure all practices meet HIQA standards and organisational policies
Support management of behaviours of concern using structured approaches
Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive working environment
Maintain accurate records and documentation
Requirements
Level 7 or higher in a CORU-recognised Social Care qualification
Full clean driving licence (manual)
Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
Strong understanding of person-centred care and community inclusion
Good communication and organisational skills
High standard of English (written and spoken)
Garda Vetting is mandatory for relevant roles.
International Police Clearance is required where a candidate has lived or worked outside Ireland for 6 months or more since the age of 16
Desirable;
Experience supporting behaviours of concern
Knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations
Previous leadership or supervisory experience
Salary & Benefits:
€40,851 – €57,217 (pro-rata, based on experience)
Permanent, part-time contract (35 hours per week)
Structured daytime service (no late nights)
Pension scheme
Generous annual leave
Paid maternity leave and sick pay scheme
Bike to Work Scheme
Tax Saver Travel Scheme
Clear pathway to career progression