Healthcare Assistant

About the Role

Join Westcare Homecare Ltd as a Healthcare Assistant in Castlebar, County Mayo, Ireland. This full-time onsite position offers meaningful work where you are appreciated and supported while making a real impact on people's lives. Whether you have previous care experience or come from retail, hospitality, or family caregiving, we provide paid training to help you develop a rewarding career in healthcare.

Key Benefits

• Hourly pay up to 221.50
• Reimbursement for mileage expenses
• Flexible working hours tailored to your lifestyle
• Comprehensive paid training provided
• Fuel card provision
• Paid holiday entitlement
• Referral bonus for recommending friends
• Recognition as Carer of the Month
• Continuous learning and career advancement opportunities
• Participation in Bike to Work scheme
• Retirement planning support
• A supportive work environment with an open-door policy
• Free uniforms provided

Job Responsibilities

• Assist clients with routine daily activities including washing, dressing, and meal assistance
• Encourage and support client mobility and independence
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients
• Monitor clients' wellbeing and promptly report any concerns
• Help maintain a comfortable, safe home environment for clients

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a full Irish driving licence and access to a personal car
• Qualification at QQI Level 5 or an equivalent certification
• A dependable, caring, and positive attitude
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not required

Additional Information

If you have experience in retail, hospitality, or customer service, you already possess valuable interpersonal skills for this role. We welcome candidates new to healthcare and support them with paid training to start their career.

This is a permanent full-time role based onsite, with opportunities to work close to your local area including Mocmoyne, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, and Tully, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim.