Why Work With Us

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Help to bring healthcare to underserved communities and be part of a leading inclusion healthcare service.

Removing barriers, restoring dignity

Safetynet is a values-driven organisation working towards inclusive healthcare for all. In the same spirit, we are driven to create an inclusive culture based in equity with the aim to empower our employees to bring their true self to work and be part of a culture that encourages personal and professional development. We believe in supporting our employees with the resources they need to be successful in their role.

Our Values

Quality

Everyone who accesses our services should expect to be given the highest possible care we can give.
Transparency

All our employees, partners, sponsors and service users should always expect us to be honest and open with them.
Inclusivity

We ensure that we serve all those that are considered hard to reach, without judgement or blame for their health condition.
Respect for others

We respect the choices of our patients and go further to assist them in achieving health and happiness.
Innovation

We value innovation in service design, encourage staff to research and try new approaches, and create a culture of trust that nurtures creativity and experimentation, understanding that failure is part of success.

What does Safetynet offer as an employer?

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Sick Pay Scheme

25 days annual leave
Defined contribution pension scheme from the outset of employment
Training and development opportunities
Paid family leave
Hospital Saturday Fund Health Cash Plan
Cycle to work scheme
Employee wellness programme
Tax saver commuter scheme

If you are interested in joining us on our journey towards inclusive healthcare we would love to hear from you. Please email careers@primarycaresafetynet.ie with your details.

Employee Testimonials

"For me, working with Safetynet is almost like working with Médecins Sans Frontières here in Ireland. I’m part of a passionate international team providing care to people who face man-made barriers to healthcare. At Safetynet, we see the human, not the problem – and we help dissolve boundaries."

— Dr Christine Ritter, GP Lead, Inclusion Health Hub
"Working with Safetynet Primary Care is incredibly rewarding. We support very vulnerable people who cannot access mainstream healthcare, and seeing their relief and gratitude reminds me daily why this work matters. I’m part of a diverse, multidisciplinary team where new ideas are encouraged, talents are recognised, and you’re fully supported to give your best."

— Samuel Muyomba, Health Care Assistant & Phlebotomist, MHSU
"Working with Safetynet Primary Care has been an enriching experience, both professionally and personally. The culture is inclusive, friendly and fair, with staff wellbeing genuinely prioritised. I feel valued every day, surrounded by colleagues with diverse backgrounds and shared purpose. Our CEO and leadership team lead with vision and heart, making this a place where people and communities thrive."

— Shruthi Ramesh, Facilities Manager, Amiens Street
"I am passionate about global health and equity, and Safetynet Primary Care lets me put that into practice. I support people from marginalised communities by addressing both their health needs and the social factors shaping their lives. Working in partnership with NGOs and key stakeholders, I’ve seen how coordinated, holistic care makes a real difference and proves the power of compassionate, inclusive healthcare."

— Saroja Bhandari, Clinical Nurse Manager

Current Vacancies

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Head of Operations (Full Time)

The Head of Operations is responsible for leading, shaping, and supporting all Safetynet Primary Care services so that they continue to meet unmet need, deliver high-quality care, and remain true to Safetynet’s mission and values.

This is a senior leadership role that sits at the centre of Safetynet’s work with people experiencing homelessness, vulnerable migrants, and others who face barriers to mainstream healthcare. Reporting to the CEO and working as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Head of Services provides the link between Safetynet’s strategic direction and the day-to-day service delivery.

The role has organisation-wide responsibility for the quality, safety, and development of services; for strong service governance; and for leading a multidisciplinary workforce that is values-led, trauma-informed, and responsive to complex needs. The Head of Services ensures that Safetynet services are well planned, well-staffed, and well supported, and that service users experience care that is inclusive, respectful, and person-centred.

Appointment: Full-time, permanent, pensionable
Probationary Period: Six Months
Annual Salary: The salary scale for this post is €60,007 - €78,007 per annum. Entry point to the scale will be determined in accordance with Safetynet Primary Care Pay Policy.
Working Hours: 35 Hours per week, Monday-Friday
Annual Leave: 25 days per annum
Location: Mainly based at 60 Amiens Street, Dublin, with a hybrid working arrangement following successful completion of probationary period.