Assistant Manager

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.

Assistant Manager (Social Care Worker Grade)

Residential Service (post is to cover day hours)

Assistant Manager to support PIC in a number of services in Area 2, Ballina, Co. Mayo

Post Details

• Specific Purpose Maternity Leave Contract- 38.25 hours per week
• Reference Number: 2025-276

Application Process

• Please apply with a current C.V.
• Closing Date: December 17th, 2025
• For further enquiries, please contact:
• Laura Forde-Droy, Service Manager Tel: 087-7203349 | Email: lfordedroy@westerncare.com

Additional Information

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

Job Brief

We are seeking dedicated, motivated, and reliable Social Care Workers to join our organisation. In this role, you will support individuals to live meaningful and fulfilling lives in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. You will work alongside individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality, and achieve their personal goals. This role also involves advocating for individuals’ needs, preferences, and rights, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of Individual Plans.

Candidate Requirements

• Genuine commitment to supporting individuals in achieving positive opportunities and meaningful change in their lives.
• Experience working in a person and family-centered manner.
• Strong understanding and appreciation of equality, inclusion, and quality of life for all individuals.
• Ability to listen, understand, and respectfully advocate for individuals regarding their needs, preferences, rights, and aspirations.
• Enthusiasm and dedication to upholding the ethos and values of the service.
• Experience in facilitating and supporting people with high and/or complex needs.
• Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork, and the motivation to deliver high-quality facilitation alongside individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be innovative and creative in-service responses.
• Experience in leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience supporting service development or quality improvement initiatives.
• Self-motivated with effective time-management skills.
• Understanding of budget awareness and financial accountability in service settings.
• Working knowledge of New Directions standards (Day Services).
• Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations preferred.
• Willingness to demonstrate flexibility to meet service demands as required.
• Good knowledge of IT systems and applications is preferred.

Qualification Details

• Social Care Worker grade applicants must meet the following criteria:
• A relevant 3rd level qualification in Social Care, or equivalent (minimum level 7) 
• Coru registration to practice as a Social Care Worker or be in the process of receiving registration.

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.
• Provide personal care and practical support to individuals as required.
• 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.

Other 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 18 will be required to provide Overseas Police Clearance.

Salary Scales

Social Care Worker Pay Scale (Scale Range €35,668 to €53,671 per annum)

- this is based on full time working hours i.e. 39 hours per week

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