Healthcare Assistant
Castlebar, County Mayo, Ireland · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- EUR 21 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 5 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- QQI Level 5 or equivalent
- Eligibility
- Individuals with a caring disposition, possessing a full Irish driving licence and QQI Level 5 certification or equivalent. Candidates new to care from retail, hospitality, or customer service backgrounds are encouraged to apply with training provided.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
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.