Social Care Team Leader

JN -72

Separated Children Seeking International Protection

Location: South Dublin

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 36-48 hours per week

Cpl Healthcare is recruiting on behalf of a residential care provider for a Social Care Team Leader to join a service supporting Separated Children Seeking International Protection.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Care professional to step into a leadership role within a child-centred, trauma-informed residential service. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the home, mentor staff, and help create a safe, supportive environment where young people can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the day-to-day operation of the service.
• Promote safe, child-centred and trauma-informed practice.
• Support, supervise and mentor Social Care Workers.
• Oversee care planning, risk management and record keeping.
• Build positive relationships with external professionals and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA standards, safeguarding requirements and organisational policies.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised Social Care qualification.
• CORU registration as a Social Care Worker.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in residential care or a similar social care setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Full driving licence and eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Satisfactory Garda Vetting.

Desirable Experience

Experience working with:

• Separated Children Seeking International Protection or unaccompanied minors.
• Residential childcare services.
• Trauma-informed care.
• Cross-cultural environments.
• Behaviour support and de-escalation practices.

Benefits

• Career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive management and reflective supervision.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• 23 days annual leave.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• TaxSaver commuter scheme.
• Team-building initiatives.