Head Guardian ad litem (GAL) in the Guardian ad litem National Service

The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth's (DCEDIY) mission is to enhance the lives of children, young people, adults, families and communities, recognising diversity and promoting equality of opportunity. The Department deals with policy and service developments relating to a number of important groups in society.

The passing of the Child Care (Amendment) Act 2022 has enabled the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth to establish a new GAL national service as part of the Department. Guardians ad litem are independent qualified and experienced professionals appointed by the Court to safeguard the interests of children and young people in court proceedings.

The Guardian ad litem National Service is now seeking to appoint a Head Guardian at litem (GAL). Reporting to the Director of the GAL National Service, the Head GAL will be involved in the establishment/formation of the service. Once up and running, they will be responsible for ensuring that the service is delivered in an effective and efficient manner and that the practitioners have the knowledge and resources to complete their work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, motivated and capable person with substantial relevant experience to fulfil a key role in this new organisation.

For more information and to apply, visit: https://bit.ly/IASW_Ad_HGAL

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Thursday 28th November 2024.

We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act.