Social Work Team Leader

Job description

About the Role Orchard Fostering is an Irish company established in 2008 that provides fostering and supported lodging services to children and young people who are referred to its service by TUSLA. Orchard Fostering is committed to service excellence and ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people in its care. We currently have an opportunity for a Social Work Team Lead to join our team. The post holder will report directly to the Orchard Fostering Principal Social Worker. Location: We welcome applicants nationwide, though candidates located in Midlands or surrounding areas, West Meath, Galway or Mayo would be most suitable for the role due to travel requirements. Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 27th March 2026 Purpose of Post: - To take responsibility for the overall management and leadership of Orchard Fostering support team, ensuring the provision of safe, caring foster placements that offer safe child centred care to a wide range of children and young people. - To provide support, formal supervision and direction to the fostering support team social workers and ensure the delivery of a safe and effective service to carers and children placed within the serv...