L’Arche Cork invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Deputy House Leader.

L’Arche Cork is recruiting for the position of Deputy House Leader in one of our houses. This role involves assisting to lead a team of assistants in order to provide a warm and friendly home environment for the residents. The candidate who is successful in filling the position will be a good communicator and will have a warm and friendly disposition. Good organisational and written skills are also essential aspects of the role.

The position of Deputy House Leader will be full-time and will include some evenings and weekends.

Location: Le Cheile, Togher Road, Cork

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Working hours: 39 per week

Requirements for the role include the following:

• Candidates must have a relevant professional qualification in intellectual disability nursing or Social Care.
• Knowledge and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience of working with people with an intellectual disability and managing people’s well-being using an evidence based approach to person centred planning
• A good understanding of HIQA requirements
• The person filling this role will demonstrate a clear commitment to community integration and active citizenship for all people with disabilities
• A full clean driving license is essential.

A suitable candidate for this role must show that they have effectively worked with a team and have leadership ability.

Please tell us in your application why you feel you would be suitable for this position and include your Curriculum Vitae

Closing Date for receipt of applications is 17/01/2025

Please send your c.v. with a cover letter to:

Jonnie Fitzpatrick email: jonnie.fitzpatrick@larche.ie
Or Mrs Vivian Woods O’Brien email vivian.woods@larche.ie
Residential Services Manager
Le Cheile, Togher Road, Cork

We will compile a short list from the candidates for this role. Should future vacancies arise in L’Arche Cork we may take into account your application and curriculum vitae.