Service Manager - Carlow

AA Euro Healthcare is recruiting a Service Manager on behalf of a residential service provider in Carlow.

This service supports children under 12 years of age in a mainstream residential setting, with a strong focus on maintaining sibling placements in a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment.

The Service Manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care, the management of staff, and ensuring the service operates in full compliance with HIQA standards and national regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the overall operation of the residential service
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and development of all children and young people
• Supervise and support Social Care Leaders and staff teams
• Promote a high standard of care aligned with HIQA and organisational policies
• Manage staffing, performance, and team development
• Oversee admissions, referrals, and care planning processes
• Maintain a safe, clean, and homely environment for children
• Manage budgets and ensure financial controls are adhered to
• Engage with external stakeholders including TUSLA, social workers, and other professionals
• Ensure all reporting requirements are met to a high standard and within deadlines
• Participate in on-call duties as required

Requirements:

• Level 7 qualification in Social Care (CORU eligible) with minimum 4 years’ experience in children’s residential care OR Level 8 qualification with minimum 3 years’ experience
• Management qualification (or working towards) in a health or social care setting
• Proven management experience within residential care services
• Strong knowledge of HIQA standards and relevant legislation
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Legal right to work in Ireland (no sponsorship available)
• Ability to manage teams, performance, and complex situations effectively
• Full clean manual driving licence (essential)

Full job on request

If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals and are seeking flexible agency work, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.