Healthcare Assistant

Role overview

Westcare Homecare Ltd is hiring Healthcare Assistants to provide in-home care across Louth, County Louth, Ireland. This role offers a chance to build a meaningful career while being supported, fairly compensated, and valued for the work you do.

The position is suitable for applicants with prior care experience as well as those transitioning from retail, hospitality, customer service, or family caregiving. Training is provided to help successful candidates develop the skills needed for a career in care.

Coverage areas include Ardee, Drogheda, Dundalk, Knockbridge, Clogherhead, Dunleer, and Castlebellingham.

What the role offers

• Hourly pay of up to €21.50
• Payment for mileage
• Flexible scheduling to fit different lifestyles
• Paid training
• Fuel card support
• Paid holiday entitlement
• Referral bonus for recommending a friend
• Recognition through a Carer of the Month award
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and career growth
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Retirement planning support
• Friendly team culture with approachable management
• Free uniform provided

Why this position may suit you

• Local work that keeps you close to home
• One-to-one time with clients
• Support from a collaborative care team
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

Key duties

• Assist clients with everyday personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, and meals
• Support clients to move safely and maintain independence
• Offer companionship and emotional reassurance
• Observe wellbeing and escalate any concerns when needed
• 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, caring, and positive approach
• Previous care experience is helpful but not required

Suitable applicants

Applications are welcome from people already working in care, as well as those from retail, hospitality, customer service, or recent graduates looking for a career change. If you have strong people skills and want to move into healthcare, training and support will be provided.

Additional information

This role is focused on delivering practical and emotional support to people in their own homes while being part of a care team that values recognition, development, and work-life flexibility.