Health Care Assistant

Role overview

Evergreen Care is hiring a full-time Health Care Assistant for its Ballyboggan Lower, Castlebridge location in Wexford, County Wexford, Ireland. This opportunity sits within one of Ireland’s private nursing home providers and offers a chance to grow your career in a resident-focused care setting.

What the role involves

You will be part of the Health Care Assistant team and will work under the guidance of the nursing staff to deliver person-centred support. The aim of the role is to help residents receive high-quality care while preserving their independence, privacy, and dignity.

The position also involves contributing to a caring atmosphere that supports residents’ physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual wellbeing.

Candidate profile

The employer is looking for someone with a genuine interest in caring for older people and a strong commitment to aged care. Compassion and excellent interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Education, experience and training

Prior experience in a similar setting, or a relevant QQI Level 5 qualification in Health Care Support, is preferred but not mandatory. Full training will be provided, and further continuing professional development opportunities are available.

Benefits

Working here comes with a supportive and friendly workplace, flexible scheduling, meals on shifts longer than 8 hours, free parking on site, a competitive hourly rate, and strong ongoing training and upskilling opportunities.

About Evergreen Care

Evergreen Care provides short-term and long-term residential care services, primarily for older people but also for others who require residential support. Following a new management structure introduced in December 2020, the organisation operates a nationwide network of nursing homes and aims to create welcoming communities built on kindness, care, and dignity.

The team includes managers, nurses, carers, administrators, housekeeping staff, and catering staff, all of whom contribute to the resident experience. A role with Evergreen Care is described as more than a job; it is an opportunity to be part of a community where your work can make a meaningful difference every day.

Additional details

This position is subject to Garda vetting and reference checks. Evergreen Care is an equal opportunities employer. The contract is full time, the schedule includes 12-hour shifts, the application closing date is Tuesday 14th July, 2026, and the salary is based on experience.