Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Social Care

At Odyssey Social Care, we are committed to providing high-quality residential services that support children and young people to thrive. Our homes are safe, welcoming, and tailored to meet individual needs. Every member of our team plays a vital role in helping young people achieve their potential.

About the Role:

As the 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. You will report to the Unit Social Care Manager.

Why Join Us as Deputy Manager:

• Competitive Salary  

• Flexible Rostering focused on work-life balance

• Core Professional Training in essential subjects

• Team-Building Activities & Social Events

• Education Assistance Grants

• Health Insurance Grant & Life Insurance

• Incremental Pay Scale

• Pension Contribution Match

• Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Family from Day 1

Key Responsibilities:

Care & Support

• Ensure young people 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

Professional Background:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in social care work with children/young people

• Experience working with challenging behaviour

• 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, Counselling/Psychotherapy, or Addiction Counselling; QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community (or similar), Social Science/Social Studies, Family Support, Disability Studies, Applied Behavioural Analysis, or Early Years Care (where the centre caters for children under 12); Professional Qualification in Teaching (excluding TEFL) or Nursing Studies; BA in Applied Policing or equivalent; Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent; or CORU registration as a Social Care Worker in the absence of a relevant qualification

 Required Criteria:

• CORU registration required

• Full, clean manual driving license (valid in Ireland)

• Familiarity with Irish National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in social care work with children/young people

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