Training Manager - HomecareOffice Team·South Dublin office

• Children First Act 2015 (where relevant) 

• Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 

• Create/Maintain a robust training matrix for all employees. 

• Ensure mandatory training compliance is monitored and reported monthly. 

• Prepare training compliance reports for management and regulatory audits. 

2. Mandatory & Core Training Oversight 

Ensure delivery, monitoring and quality assurance of: 

• Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults 

• Children First (where applicable) 

• Infection Prevention & Control 

• Manual Handling & People Moving 

• Basic Life Support / CPR 

• Medication Management (where required) 

• Fire Safety Awareness 

• GDPR & Data Protection 

• HSE Land / relevant national training platforms 

Ensure all certifications remain valid and audit ready. 

3. Induction & Onboarding 

• Design and deliver comprehensive induction programmes for: 

• Healthcare Assistants 

• Care Coordinators 

• Office & Support Employees 

• Ensure new hires meet competency standards before employment. 

• Incorporate company values into all induction training. 

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance 

• Conduct regular training audits. 

• Work with Quality & Compliance team to address gaps. 

• Ensure training documentation is inspection ready. 

• Support preparation for HSE audits and HIQA inspections. 

• Develop corrective action plans where training deficiencies are identified. 

5. Employees Development & Career Pathways 

• Develop career progression pathways for carers. 

• Introduce CPD (Continuous Professional Development) initiatives. 

• Partner with QQI-accredited providers where appropriate. 

• Promote leadership development programmes. 

• Support succession planning initiatives. 

6. Embedding Company Values 

Accountable 

• Ensure compliance metrics are transparent and reported. 

• Take ownership of training standards and outcomes. 

• Ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly. 

Authentic 

• Deliver training that reflects real-life homecare challenges. 

• Promote ethical, respectful and honest care delivery. 

Personal 

• Promote person-centred care principles. 

• Tailor training to reflect client individuality and dignity. 

• Support employees as individuals with unique learning needs. 

Thrive 

• Create a culture of continuous improvement. 

• Encourage professional growth. 

• Promote wellbeing, resilience, and retention strategies. 

7. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Manage internal and external trainers. 

• Liaise with HSE training bodies and regulatory stakeholders. 

• Work collaboratively with HR, Operations and Quality teams. 

• Contribute to strategic planning and service development. 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) 

• 100% compliance in mandatory training. 

• Positive audit outcomes. 

• Improved employee’s retention rates. 

• Measurable improvement in competency assessments. 

• Employees satisfaction with training programmes. 

• Measurable employee progression metrics. 

Person Specification 

Essential Qualifications 

• Level 7 or above qualification in: 

• Healthcare Management, 

• Training & Development, 

• Nursing, Social Care, or related discipline. 

• Recognised Training Qualification (e.g., Train the Trainer, QQI Level 6). 

• Knowledge of Irish healthcare legislation and HSE standards. 

Essential Experience 

• Minimum 3–5 years in healthcare training. 

• Experience in homecare or community healthcare setting. 

• Experience preparing for regulatory inspections. 

• Experience managing compliance systems and training matrices. 

Essential Knowledge 

• HSE National Standards 

• HIQA Standards (if applicable) 

• Safeguarding legislation 

• Data protection regulations (GDPR) 

• Health & Safety legislation 

Core Competencies 

Leadership 

• Strategic thinking 

• Decision-making capability 

• Influencing and stakeholder engagement 

Compliance & Governance 

• Strong documentation and audit capability 

• Risk identification and mitigation 

Communication 

• Excellent presentation skills 

• Clear written reporting ability 

• Ability to engage diverse workforce 

Organisational 

• Strong planning and prioritisation 

• Detail-oriented with high compliance focus 

Personal Attributes  

• Demonstrates integrity and ownership (Accountable) 

• Genuine and values-driven in interactions (Authentic) 

• Empathetic and person-centred (Personal) 

• Growth-oriented and solution-focused (Thrive) 

Additional Requirements 

• Full clean driving licence 

• Flexibility to travel between service locations 

• Garda Vetting clearance 

• Right to work in Ireland 

Equality & Compliance Statement 

The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace in line with Irish equality legislation. 

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