Pay: up to €45,000 per year

Job description:

Manor Homecare is recruiting an Assistant Recruitment Manager to join our team across our Kildare and Dublin offices. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, organised and people-focused professional to support and develop our recruitment function, ensuring we attract, onboard and retain high-quality carers and support staff.

The role is office based and will report to the Recruitment Manager and Senior Management. The successful candidate will work closely with Care Coordinators, HR, Compliance and Operations to manage end-to-end recruitment activities and deliver a positive candidate and new starter experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment activities including advertising roles, shortlisting, interviewing and offer management.

• Manage candidate communication, ensuring timely responses and a professional experience from application to appointment.

• Support onboarding and induction processes for new carers and support staff, including scheduling and delivery of induction sessions where required.

• Maintain and update recruitment records and HR databases (One Touch and other systems) to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Liaise with Care Coordinators and Operations to understand staffing needs and ensure vacancies are filled promptly.

• Conduct reference checks, verify documents and ensure all pre-employment checks are completed to company and regulatory standards.

• Prepare recruitment reports and metrics for the Recruitment Manager and Senior Management.

• Assist with developing and implementing recruitment campaigns, advertising strategies and outreach to local communities and training providers.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes and employer branding initiatives.

• Support compliance with relevant legislation and Company policies, including confidentiality and data protection requirements.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise day-to-day activities of the recruitment team, ensuring workloads are effectively managed

• Provide guidance and support to team members to ensure best practices are followed

• Act as a point of escalation for recruitment-related queries and challenges

• Assist in setting individual and team performance goals

• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback

Coaching & Development

• Coach and mentor team members to build capability and confidence in recruitment processes

• Support onboarding and training of new team members

• Identify skill gaps and contribute to development plans

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team

• Lead by example in delivering a high standard of professionalism and candidate care

Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent the Company professionally in all communications, by telephone, email and in person.

• Ensure telephone calls and candidate queries are handled promptly and courteously.

• Maintain accurate personnel files and ensure HR documentation is up to date and compliant.

• Work with HR to support staff training records and ensure induction and upskilling activities are organised.

• Attend regular team and management meetings and provide recruitment updates as required.

• Support payroll and administrative teams with recruitment-related information where necessary.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous recruitment or HR experience, preferably within care, health or a regulated sector.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with attention to detail.

• Experience using HR or rostering systems and Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.

• Experience working to targets, deadlines, or recruitment KPIs

• Demonstrated experience supervising, coaching, or supporting team members

• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills

• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Experience with recruitment systems/ATS is desirable

• Understanding of confidentiality, data protection and relevant legislation.

• A proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable:

• HR qualification or recruitment certification.

• Experience working with One Touch or similar care management systems.

• Experience in delivering induction or training sessions.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.

• Opportunities for career progression within the organisation.

• Employee benefits including Cycle to Work, Tax Saver Scheme, free parking and staff events.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this role and share our commitment to excellent care, please send your CV to Recruitment@manorhomecare.ie with a covering note outlining your suitability for the position.

Closing Date for Applications: Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on receipt.

Manor Homecare is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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