Social Care Leader – Mullingar

Mullingar
Posted 3 weeks ago
REF NO: 1307338
3Q Recruitment Jobs
Temp
€27.79

Social Care Leader – Mullingar | Youth & Community Care Leadership Role

We are seeking a Social Care Leader in Mullingar to provide leadership and oversight within a youth-focused community care service. This role supports young people under 18 and their families, delivering structured care, guidance and safeguarding within a regulated environment.

This position includes one day per week in Mullingar and one day per week in Athlone, ensuring continuity of care across services.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct care and leadership oversight within a community care setting
Supervise and support a team of Social Care Workers and support staff
Lead care planning processes focused on recovery, wellbeing and independence
Support families through guidance, communication and advocacy
Coordinate with CAMHS, Tusla, youth services, schools and healthcare providers
Identify and manage risk, ensuring safe and compliant service delivery
Uphold HIQA standards, safeguarding policies and organisational procedures
Participate in case conferences, audits and professional supervision

Requirements

Level 7 qualification in Social Care or related field
Proven experience in social care leadership or senior support roles
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Children First and rights-based care
Confident decision-maker with strong interpersonal skills
Driving licence desirable.
Legal Right to Work In Ireland
Garda Vetting is mandatory for relevant roles.
International Police Clearance is required where a candidate has lived or worked outside Ireland for 6 months or more since the age of 16

Salary & Benefits

€27.79 per hour
Leadership role with clear responsibility and autonomy
Ongoing training, supervision and development supports
Opportunity to make a lasting impact in youth and community care
Supportive, values-led working environment

About Us:

At 3Q Recruitment, we operate a People-First approach.

We are a full-suite specialist agency in Temporary Recruitment and Permanent Recruitment, connecting the healthcare sector with experienced, reliable catering and hospitality professionals across Ireland. With our Head Office in Dublin and Candidate & Processing Hubs in Offaly and Galway, we support non-profit, community and healthcare services nationwide with high-quality temporary staffing solutions and permanent recruitment services.

Our team supports both candidates and employers with tailored recruitment services including interview preparation, upskilling, administrative guidance, on-site visits and 24/7 support. Whether you are seeking flexible temporary work or long-term permanent opportunities, we work closely with you to match the right role to your experience and career goals.

What sets us apart? We go the extra mile for both candidates and clients. Our recruitment services are built on our 3 Q’s: Quality, Qualified and Quantity. With over 25 years of experience, 5 million temporary staffing hours, 200+ professionals on our panel and hundreds of careers developed through both Temporary and Permanent Recruitment, we don’t just fill jobs, we build teams and grow careers.

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If you’re ready for a fulfilling role as a Social Care Leader in Mullingar, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.

For more information about this position and other opportunities across Temporary Staffing and Permanent Recruitment, please contact our Office Team at (01) 878 3335.

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Social Care Leader – Mullingar