Position:Qualified Social Worker/Team Leader (Adult safeguarding) Location:Laois or Offaly Contract:1 year specified purpose contract Salary:HSE pay scale Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career?
Are you ready to take on a Leadership position within a well-established adult safeguarding team?
Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Team Leader Social Worker to join an Adult Safeguarding Team in Laois/Offaly.
This is a fantastic fulltime opportunity, to lead and support a dedicated safeguarding team, ensuring the protection, dignity, and well-being of vulnerable adults at risk of abuse or neglect.
What to expect: Leadership role within a highly supportive, multidisciplinary team Make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable adults.
Work-life balance with Monday to Friday working hours.
Regular career progression opportunities within the HSE.
Valuable experience in adult safeguarding & social work leadership.
Monday to Friday schedule with work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Provide guidance, support, and supervision to a team of Social Workers and other safeguarding professionals.
Risk Assessment & Intervention: Oversee complex risk assessments and safeguarding interventions for adults at risk.
Collaboration & Advocacy: Work closely with HSE teams, healthcare professionals, An Garda Sochna, and voluntary organisations to ensure comprehensive safeguarding measures.
Policy & Compliance: Ensure all safeguarding cases are managed in line with HSE Safeguarding Policy and national frameworks.
Case Management & Reporting: Maintain accurate case records, prepare reports, and contribute to strategy planning.
Training & Awareness: Lead training initiatives to enhance adult safeguarding awareness within the team and the wider community.
Essential Criteria: CORU registered Social Worker (essential).
Proven experience in adult safeguarding, social work leadership, or related fields.
Strong knowledge of HSE Safeguarding Policy, risk assessment, and intervention strategies.
Excellent leadership, communication, and advocacy skills.
Ability to work both autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
Full clean driving licence and access to transport is an advantage.
Valid Garda and overseas clearances (if applicable).
Apply Today For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or contact Charlene by telephone .
EXCLCHAR Skills: Team leader Adult safeguarding Social worker