Healthcare Assistant
Swinford, County Mayo, Ireland · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- EUR 21 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- QQI Level 5 or equivalent
- Eligibility
- Applicants with experience in care, or those coming from retail, hospitality, customer service, or family caregiving backgrounds, are encouraged to apply if they have the right attitude and meet the driving and qualification requirements.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role Overview
Westcare Homecare Ltd is hiring a Healthcare Assistant in Swinford, County Mayo. This is a full-time on-site position offering a chance to build a rewarding career in care while being supported with training, flexible scheduling, and a team-focused environment.
The pay can reach up to €21.50 per hour, and the role also includes paid mileage plus a range of employee benefits. The company welcomes applicants with care experience as well as people moving from retail, hospitality, or family caregiving backgrounds who bring strong people skills and a genuine interest in supporting others.
Benefits and Support
- Hourly pay of up to €21.50
- Reimbursement for mileage
- Flexible working patterns that can fit different lifestyles
- Paid training
- Fuel cards
- Paid holiday entitlement
- Referral bonus for recommending a friend
- Recognition through a Carer of the Month program
- Opportunities for continued learning and career growth
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Retirement planning support
- Friendly team environment with an open-door approach
- Free uniforms
Why This Role May Suit You
- Local work that keeps travel close to home
- Meaningful one-to-one time with clients
- Membership in a supportive care team
- Daily work that makes a direct difference in people's lives
Key Duties
- Assist clients with everyday personal care and routines such as washing, dressing, and meals
- Support movement, mobility, and independence
- Offer companionship and emotional reassurance
- Observe client wellbeing and pass on any concerns
- Help maintain a safe and comfortable home setting
What You Need
- A full Irish driving licence and access to a car
- QQI Level 5, or an equivalent qualification
- A dependable, compassionate, and positive approach
- Care experience is helpful but not required
New to Care?
If your background is in retail, hospitality, or customer service, you may already have the communication and people-focused skills needed for this work. Training and support will be provided to help you begin a career in healthcare.
Additional Information
This is a permanent, full-time job based on site. The sector is Medical & Healthcare, specifically Healthcare Assistants. Job ID: INDWH. The posting also includes additional on-site address details for Mocmoyne, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, Ireland and Tully, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim, Ireland. The salary is negotiable and the listing notes two creation timestamps: Apr 29, 2026 11:44 AM and May 13, 2026 3:10 PM. The published-by name shown in the source is niall martyn.