Training Manager - Homecare
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Job Title: Training Manager
Reports to: HR Manager
Location: Dublin 16
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Purpose
The Training Manager is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and governance of all training and professional development programmes within the company.
The role ensures that all training delivered meets:
HSE requirements
HIQA standards (where applicable)
Irish employment and health & safety legislation
Best practice in learning and homecare service delivery
The Training Manager ensures employees are competent, confident, compliant, and supported to thrive in delivering safe, person-centred homecare services.
Key Responsibilities
1. Training Strategy & Governance
Develop and implement the organisation’s annual Training & Development Strategy.
Ensure compliance with:
HSE National Standards
HIQA Standards for Safer Better Healthcare (where applicable)
Health Act 2007 (as amended)
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
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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- Locations
- South Dublin office
Colleagues
South Dublin office
Perks & Benefits
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Competitive Pay Rates 💰
We offer competitive sector pay rates, and other financial benefits. -
Career Progression 👩⚕️
We promote from within where possible and help to support you to develop your career further if you wish. -
Mental Health & Wellness 🧠
As a company we are committed to the wellbeing of our staff and have a Work Place Wellness program promoting both positive mental and physical health. -
Education 📚
We provide ongoing training and opportunities to advance your skills and career development.
Workplace & Culture
Whether you’re a dedicated Health Care Assistant who prides themselves on the care provided to your clients or an office professional who wants to make a difference in people's lives. One thing is for sure that you are striving for the highest quality care for our clients, are a strong team player, dedicated to your role, compassionate and are accountable to yourself and the team.
Work with an award-winning company, alongside some of the best minds in the industry. As a company we are continuously improving and growing our service and people, guided by our company’s mission “To Improve the Quality of Life for Those We Serve”.
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About Right at Home Ireland
Right at Home provides personalised Home Care services to the elderly and people with disabilities.
Our mission is "To Improve the Quality of Life for Those we Serve"
We deliver our services through our extraordinary team and we always go the extra mile for our clients.
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