Pay: €53,000.00 - €58,000.00 per year
As Deputy Manager, you’ll work closely with the Unit Manager to support day-to-day operations of the home. You’ll help deliver the highest standards of care, supervise staff, and ensure the wellbeing and safety of young people. You’ll take full responsibility in the Manager’s absence, collaborating on all house-related matters while fostering a team culture rooted in compassion, professionalism, and child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
Care & Support
- Ensure young people / young adults are cared for safely, respectfully, and in accordance with national standards
- Provide direct care and participate in the on-call system
- Foster a warm, homely environment for residents
Staff Management
- Supervise staff as directed by the Manager
- Lead the team during Manager’s absence
- Monitor external service providers and support quality improvement
Reporting & Administration
- Share updates and risk reports with the Manager
- Maintain confidentiality and documentation integrity
- Assist in scheduling rotas, meetings, and writing reports
Compliance & Culture
- Uphold health & safety and whistleblowing policies
- Promote open communication and a values-driven workplace
- Carry out any other relevant duties as required
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Skills
Professional Background
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in social care work with children/young people
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training or practice preferred
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in dynamic team settings
Educational Requirements:
- A minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant and related field that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
- Relevant alternative qualifications include:
- QQI Level 8 in Psychology
- QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
- QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / Psychotherapy
- QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
- QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
- QQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social Studies
- QQI Level 7 in Family Support
- Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)
- Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
- QQI Level 7 in Disability Studies
- QQI Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
- QQI Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years.
- BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
- Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent
- No qualification or non-relevant qualification but holder of CORU registration as a Social Care worker.
- Full, clean manual driving license (valid in Ireland)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Irish National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres
Next Steps:
If you are interested in this role, please apply directly or email your CV to [email protected]
Pay: From €53,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
