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At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.

Why not be part of a progressive team, that's delivering for its community.

Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives.

Human Resources Manager

Castlebar, Co. Mayo

Post Details

• Permanent 35 hours per week
• Reference Number: 2026-160

Application Process

• Please apply with a current C.V.
• Closing Date: July 28th, 2026
• For further enquiries, please contact: Annette Joyce, Head of HR - Email ajoyce@westerncare.com

Additional Information

Please note that panels may be formed from this competition to fill similar posts within the organisation.

Job Brief

Working alongside the Head of HR and existing HR Manager and the wider HR team, this Human Resources Manager role will participate in the development of HR Strategy, lead a range of HR activities and be responsible for ensuring that the HR practice and procedures are in in line with 'best practice'. They will be responsible for managing day to day HR processes in assigned areas of responsibility.

Duties of the Role

The successful applicant will participate in the development of HR Strategy, lead a range of HR activities and be responsible for ensuring that the HR practice and procedures are in in line with 'best practice'. They will be responsible for managing day to day HR processes in assigned areas of responsibility.

Areas of responsibility will include

• Employee Relations / Industrial Relations
• Management Support & Development
• Sick Leave & Occupational Health Management
• Resource Planning
• Supporting the development of HR policies and Procedures
• IT Systems & Data Analysis

Please see full details of all key duties & responsibilities in Job Description following

Salary Scale

HR Manager Pay Scale - Grade VII (Scale Range €58,150 to €76,253 per annum)

• this is based on full time working hours i.e. 35 per week

Additional Recruitment Requirements

• Full driver's license is essential.
• All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting and Reference checks.
• Applicants from countries outside the E.U. must provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in the Republic of Ireland. This documentation must be submitted with the application.
• Applicants who have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than six months since the age of 16 will be required to provide Overseas Police Clearance

Other Duties Involved (Duties include, but are not limited to, the following)

• Contribute to and actively participate in the local service planning process, supporting the creative development and responding to the ongoing and changing needs of the service.
• Ensure a safe and respectful workplace, adhering to the organisation's Dignity at Work Policy and all Health & Safety requirements.
• Promote safety in all environments in line with the Association's practices and guidelines.
• Use positive and proactive approaches to support individuals who may present challenging behaviours, consistent with organisational policies and best practice.

Employment Benefits

• Competitive Salary in line with Department of Health consolidated scales
• Premium payments, including anti-social hours payments on residential rosters.
• Pension and Life Insurance Scheme.
• Generous Annual Leave often exceeding statutory entitlement.
• Dedicated learning and opportunities for career progression
• Flexible working arrangements where feasible.
• Comprehensive Induction process.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes counselling support.
• Bike-to-Work Scheme.
• Sick pay scheme.

Health

Applicants must be fully competent and capable of performing the duties of this role and be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of providing regular, reliable and efficient service

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Head of Human Resources

Working Week: Full Time - 35 hrs per week

Purpose & Areas of Responsibility of the Role: Working alongside the Head of HR and existing HR Manager and the wider HR team, this Human Resources Manager role will participate in the development of HR Strategy, lead a range of HR activities and be responsible for ensuring that the HR practice and procedures are in in line with 'best practice'. They will be responsible for managing day to day HR processes in assigned areas of responsibility.

Areas of responsibility include:

• Employee Relations / Industrial Relations.
• Management Support & Development
• Sick Leave & Occupational Health Management
• Resource Planning
• Supporting the development of HR policies and Procedures
• IT Systems & Data Analysis

Employee Relations / Industrial Relations.

• Provide HR advice and guidance to managers on the consistent application of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with organisational requirements and employment legislation to support positive employee-employer relationships.
• Advising and assisting line managers in managing performance issues that may arise.
• Liaise with unions as necessary in managing individual grievances, or service changes initiatives that impact on staff.
• Promote employee communication systems, including initiatives such as staff surveys, etc.
• Working alongside the Head of HR, representing Western Care Association as required e.g. at meetings, on project teams, policy development groups, WRC hearings, etc.
• Proactively promote a positive working environment for employees in the Association
• Participate in initiatives in relation to employee wellbeing; this includes ideas generation and involvement in various projects.
• Conduct Exit Interviews, analysing feedback and advising operations management and Head of HR on ways to improve retention.

Management Support & Development

• Develop, implement and continuously improve HR workflows and processes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the HR function and support line managers in carrying out people management responsibilities.
• Ensure appropriate supports and processes are in place so that managers are aware of their responsibility for managing employees.
• Ensure that relevant programmes are available for managers to assist them in their roles with respect to managing and supporting employees.
• Work with the Area Managers and Front Line Managers in establishing and maintaining effective communication channels between employees and management, this may include hosting regular meetings /forums for open communication as well as employee opinion surveys.

Sick Leave & Occupational Health Management

• Manage the sick leave process, ensuring compliance with the sick leave and Attendance management policies.
• Management of Occupational Health referral and follow up.
• Monitor and review incidents and related absences in relation to staff.
• Provide sick leave data and analysis to managers in assigned areas.

Resource Planning

• Time and Attendance Management and analysis of all categories of leave - including impact on workforce planning.
• Participate in the development of service rosters and budget implications in conjunction with Finance.
• Be accountable and responsible for input into service planning and delivery, together with job performance as per role within the Association.
• Actively work with line managers in ensuring the retention and development of high performing staff.
• Support Managers in roster reviews for the services in the areas of responsibility.

Supporting the development of HR policies and Procedures

• Support the Head of Human Resources in the development and implementation of Human Resource policies and procedures that meet regulatory and legislative requirements and are in line with best practice.
• Monitor the ongoing effectiveness of HR policies and procedures and reviewing how they work in practice - advise on changes that are required.
• Monitor legislative developments and changes and ensure policies and procedures reflect such changes.
• Understand and operate all relevant local and organisational procedure, directives and general information made available through the line manager and accessible on the Association's intranet or elsewhere as relevant.

IT Systems & Data Analysis

• As part of the HR team, be responsible for maintaining up-to-date employee records and HR database systems, both hard and electronic format, relating to all documents concerning an employee
• Ensure systems and processes are in place to adhere to GDPR and Data protection relating to employee information.
• Engage with and use the technology systems provided by the Association to support day to day work and future planning needs.
• Prepare relevant KPI data as required.

General

• Maintain knowledge of employment legislation
• Contribute positively to the development of a human resources culture which supports the achievement of the organisation strategy, vision and mission.
• Work collaboratively with other Department/Service Managers on identified project work as agreed with the Head of Human Resources
• Management of assigned staff in the HR Department.
• Develop and contribute to good working relationships in the Organisation and with all other relevant personnel.
• Report to and appraise line manager or designate of all work related issues and difficulties.
• Follow the Association's Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality relating to matters regarding personnel and services.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings as required.
• Actively participate in supervisory support as per Organisation Procedure.
• Promote dignity at work and show respect to service users, colleagues and stakeholders in the course of duty.
• Act in a confidential manner when dealing with personal information relating to service users, families and staff.
• Attend staff training events as required and implement learning in the workplace.
• Perform any other appropriate duties as requested by the Head of HR Department.
• Promote dignity at work and show respect to service users, colleagues and stakeholders in the course of duty.

This job description will be subject to periodic review, this is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is not intended to be exhaustive but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which individuals work.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• A relevant third level qualification in Human Resources Management (level 7 minimum).
• A minimum of 4 yrs relevant Management experience within a Health or Social Care Role or 3 years experience in a senior HR role.
• Thorough understanding of Human Resources best practice and Employment Law in Ireland.
• Experience of delivering HR initiatives and strategies
• Experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite
• Full Clean Driver's license and use of /access to transportation

Conditions

• The Job Description forms an integral part of the Contract of Employment, together with the Association's Policies and Procedures.
• Flexibility in working hours will be a feature of this position, to meet the needs of post.
• It is expected that the successful candidate will engage with and use the technology systems and packages provided by the Association to support day to day work and future planning needs.
• You will receive support and supervision from your line manager regarding your day to day work through the Supervisory Support Process in place in the Association.
• Clean Driver's License is essential.
• Proficient in IT - including MS Word, Excel and experience of operating HR Data bases is essential.