Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Direct Reports:  Recruitment, Training and administrative staff in the HR Department (two direct and one indirect reports)

Location: Arklow – site visits will be required within Ireland.

Salary Range: €55,000 – €65,000

OVERVIEW

This post is an integral part of the Senior Management Team of Positive Care Ireland, and its purpose is to ensure that PCI has an appropriate, well trained, well managed and well supported workforce, so that the Company’s strategy can be properly implemented.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide advice, assistance and guidance to members of the SMT on all recruitment, training and HR management issues
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with managers across the organisation, providing  ongoing support and advice to managers and staff with regard to HR policy and practice
Manage the day-to-day activity of the HR Department and its work.
Respond to HR queries and requests in a responsive and comprehensive manner, ensuring that high levels of customer service are provided at all times and that complex issues are referred to the appropriate level, using our external advisor where appropriate and within budget.
Manage manpower planning, succession planning, mobility and recruitment for all locations as appropriate in a timely and cost effective manner.
Manage the training function, monitoring adherence to regulations and procedures with regard to timing and quality of training.
Manage contracts of employment, variation to existing terms and conditions and temporary contracts in accordance with company policy and employment legislation.
Promote positive employee engagement through effective employee communications.
Keep up to date our Employee Handbook and HR policies and procedures in line with current best practice and legislation.
Monitor that all locations comply with relevant employment legislation and company policies.
Assist in the management of Health, Safety & Welfare in line with relevant legislation and best practice.
Manage the HR Department budgets, in line with company policy and procedures, by projecting costs, determining necessary adjustments, reviewing expenditures and preparing written commentary on the budget and/or variations as required.
Manage the HR team in line with company policy and procedures including performance management, staff training and development, authorisation of annual leave and time-in-lieu, and authorisation of expenses.
Foster a culture that treats all staff with dignity and respect by ensuring that management and staff understand their responsibilities under all HR policies including harassment and equality policies.
Where breaches of policy are suspected of having taken place, ensure investigations are conducted in a professional manner and findings are acted upon.
Foster positive relationships between Management and staff by supporting Line Managers in the development of effective people management practices – including coaching and mentoring initiatives.
Monitor performance management within the business units to ensure that effective appraisals take place, that individual development plans are agreed and that agreed action plans are implemented.
Provide written and verbal reports, as required, to the CEO, the Senior Management Team and other managers as required by the CEO. Ensure all statutory and standard reports are completed, in the times required and to the standard required.
In line with our duty of care both to young people and to staff, bring to the attention of a Director any matter which may pose a risk to the safety or well being of a child, staff member or the company,  according to our whistle blowing policy.
Encourage “whistleblowing” in all staff, according to the whistleblowing policy, and receive reports from staff and managers as appropriate, acting upon them promptly and effectively.
At all times maintain confidentiality in regard to the children in our care, staffing matters, financial matters, procedural matters and any other matters internal to the company.
Take responsibility at all times for the wellbeing of the Company, putting it before personal, financial or other gain.
Any other duties, within the competence of the postholder, that may be required, reasonably, from time to time.

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualifications:

CIPD qualified or a degree in Human Resources is essential.

Experience:

Hold a third level qualification in HR which is CIPD recognised or a suitable alternative qualification
Have at least 5 years relevant experience as a HR Manager, together with knowledge of employment legislation and have comprehensive experience managing HR/Employee Relations issues
Should be energetic and enthusiastic, have excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a diverse workload
Display effective planning, organising and decision making skills allowing them to deliver successful outcomes in a collaborative manner
Have experience in the residential childcare industry or similar – this would be beneficial but not essential.
Have strong experience of directly managing a team and individuals.

You will be required to visit sites throughout Ireland so a Driving License is essential.

Please send cv to Unamarie.coyne@positivecare.ie

Closing date 20.01.16