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Description
Social Care Leader – Athlone
Community & Residential Care Leadership | Westmeath
3Q Recruitment is recruiting a Social Care Leader to support service delivery across community and residential care programmes for young people and families in Athlone, with shared working in Mullingar.
This is a senior social care role focused on quality, consistency and safeguarding, providing leadership and support to both teams and service users.
Working Pattern
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Athlone (primary base)
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Shared working with Mullingar
This arrangement supports joined-up care and leadership continuity across services.
The Role
As a Social Care Leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership and oversight within regulated services, supporting staff, safeguarding service users and ensuring high standards of care.
This role suits experienced social care professionals ready to step into or continue in a leadership position within community and residential settings.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the delivery of safe, person-centred care within regulated services
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Supervise staff, provide mentorship and professional support
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Support staff development and maintain consistent care standards
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Oversee care plans aligned with recovery, resilience and wellbeing goals
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Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies
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Ensure compliance with HIQA standards, safeguarding and health & safety requirements
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Maintain accurate care documentation and service records
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Promote independence, structure and positive outcomes for young people
Requirements
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Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a related discipline
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in social care, with leadership or senior responsibilities
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Strong knowledge of HIQA standards, child protection and safeguarding frameworks
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Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills
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Garda Vetting and legal right to work in Ireland
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Full driving licence advantageous
Salary & Benefits
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€27.79 per hour
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Structured onboarding and induction
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Ongoing training and leadership development
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Opportunities for career progression
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Supportive and collaborative working environment
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Purpose-driven role supporting vulnerable young people and families
Apply Now
If you’re looking for a Social Care Leader role in Athlone, with responsibility across community and residential services, apply today with 3Q Recruitment.
