Homecare Supervisor – Kildare (CHO7)
Salary: €34,000–€36,000 per annum | Full-Time, Permanent | Monday–Friday
Location: Kildare – Right at Home Newbridge Office, with travel throughout the CHO7 Kildare area
About the Opportunity
Right at Home, one of Ireland's leading homecare providers, is seeking an experienced and motivated Homecare Supervisor to join our growing team in Kildare.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated healthcare professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional standards of care, supporting care teams and making a meaningful difference in the lives of people receiving care at home.
Working closely with our Business Manager and wider care team, you will play a key role in overseeing the quality and consistency of care services, supporting Healthcare Assistants and ensuring clients receive safe, compassionate and person-centred care.
We are looking for someone who combines strong practical care experience with excellent communication skills, sound judgement and a genuine ability to build positive relationships.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary of €34,000–€36,000 per annum , depending on experience
Weekly fuel card to support travel requirements
Company laptop and mobile phone
Full-time, permanent position
Monday-to-Friday working week, with flexibility to meet operational requirements
Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
Career progression within a growing company
Supportive and approachable management team
Opportunity to make a real difference in the delivery of community-based care
Key Responsibilities
Care Quality & Client Support
Conduct initial client assessments, ongoing care reviews and reassessments as required.
Support the development, implementation and review of individualised care plans.
Complete risk assessments and identify appropriate measures to support client safety and wellbeing.
Monitor the quality, consistency and effectiveness of care delivered in clients' homes.
Respond professionally and promptly to client or family concerns, escalating matters when appropriate.
Promote clients' dignity, independence, choice and quality of life.
Staff Supervision & Development
Provide day-to-day support, guidance and mentoring to Healthcare Assistants working in the community.
Conduct regular carer spot checks, competency assessments and performance reviews.
Identify training and development needs and support staff in maintaining high standards of care.
Promote positive working relationships, effective communication and a supportive team culture.
Address performance or service concerns appropriately and in collaboration with management.
Support the induction and integration of new Healthcare Assistants into the care team.
Compliance & Service Standards
Ensure care practices align with relevant HSE requirements, applicable HIQA standards and Right at Home policies and procedures.
Identify, document and escalate safeguarding concerns, incidents and potential risks.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date client assessments, care records and staff supervision documentation.
Participate in quality assurance activities, audits and service improvement initiatives.
Work collaboratively with the Business Manager, Care Coordinators, Quality and Operations teams to support the effective delivery of homecare services.
Travel throughout the Kildare area to visit clients and support care staff in the community.
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Qualifications
A minimum Level 6 qualification in Healthcare, Health or Social Care, Management or a related discipline.
Ideally 3–5 years' experience in homecare, healthcare or social care, with previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
Experience supporting, supervising or mentoring care staff.
Good understanding of client assessments, care planning, safeguarding and risk management.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients, families and…