Experienced Health Care Assistant
Carlingford, County Louth, Ireland · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- QQI Level 5 in Health Care Support (preferred)
- Eligibility
- Experienced candidates with a genuine interest in aged care and the compassion and communication skills needed to support residents in a nursing home setting may apply.
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Where you'll work
Job description
Role Overview
Evergreen Care is looking for an experienced Health Care Assistant to join its full-time team at Carlingford Nursing Home on Dundalk Road in Carlingford, County Louth. This role offers the chance to grow within one of Ireland’s established private nursing home providers.
What the Job Involves
You will work alongside other health care assistants and report to the nursing team to help deliver high-quality, person-centred support. The role focuses on helping residents live as independently as possible while maintaining privacy and dignity. You will also contribute to a warm, supportive setting that meets residents’ physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual needs.
Candidate Profile
The ideal applicant will have a strong interest in caring for older people and a genuine commitment to resident wellbeing. Prior experience is required. A QQI Level 5 qualification in Health Care Support is an advantage, though it is not mandatory. Training and further CPD opportunities are available for the right person.
Working Pattern
This is a full-time role. The schedule includes 12-hour shifts. The position is also listed as permanent, and the wider organisation notes flexibility in working arrangements. Meals are provided for shifts longer than 8 hours.
Benefits
Employees can expect a friendly and supportive workplace, free on-site parking, a competitive hourly rate, flexible working, and access to ongoing training and upskilling opportunities.
About Evergreen Care
Evergreen Care provides both short-term and long-term residential care services, with a primary focus on older person care. Following a new management structure introduced in December 2020, the organisation operates nursing homes across Ireland and aims to create welcoming communities where residents feel cared for and respected. The company values compassionate people across all parts of its service, including care, administration, housekeeping, and catering.
Additional Information
The role is subject to Garda vetting and reference verification. Evergreen Care is an equal opportunities employer. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 7th July, 2026.
Employment Details
Job type: full-time, part-time, permanent. Salary is based on experience.