Team Leader – Children’s Respite Service New

We are currently recruiting a Team Leader to support the delivery of a high-quality, person-centred children’s respite service in Sligo. This role involves supporting children with intellectual disability, autism, physical disabilities and complex health needs, while assisting the Respite Services Manager with the day-to-day management of the service.

This is a part time role 28-30 hours per week.

• Support the delivery of a safe, high-quality, HIQA-compliant service
• Lead and support staff teams across varied shifts
• Manage staff rotas, supervision, training and communication
• Ensure implementation and review of individual support/care plans
• Liaise with families, multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and documentation
• Requirements
• QQI Level 7 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Experience working in a HIQA-registered service
• Proven experience in staff supervision and leadership in a similar setting
• Strong understanding of person-centred practice
• Full clean driving licence (minimum 2 years)
• Flexibility with working hours
• Why choose this role
• Permanent role in a specialist children’s service
• Opportunity to lead within a values-driven organisation
• Supportive management and ongoing training
• Meaningful work that makes a real difference for children and families
• For more info and to apply, please click the apply button or contact Louise via [email protected]