Care Assistant

Healthcare Ireland Group; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Continuous professional development

Pension plan (if applicable)

OT enhanced rate

Uniforms and PPE provided

Free parking

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group is seeking a Care Assistant for Bohill Care Home near Coleraine. You will provide high-quality, person‑centred care, support daily living activities, and foster a caring, respectful environment for residents.

You will work as part of a frontline team, offering emotional support, companionship, and advocacy for residents’ rights and preferences in a busy care setting.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK is required.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills with compassion for residents.
• Good standard of oral and written English.
• Non-judgemental approach to others.
• Respectful to residents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities (dressing, bathing, eating, mobility).
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Encourage resident independence and participation in activities.
• Assist with moving and handling using proper techniques.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report changes to the care team.
• Follow care plans tailored to individual needs for comfort and safety.
• Maintain a clean, safe, homely environment.

Skills

Right to work UK

Independent working

Excellent communication

English proficiency

Compassionate care

Non-judgemental

Team collaboration

Respectful to colleagues

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 2

Job description

Job Description

Location: 69 Cloyfin Rd

Do you have a passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of older residents?

The Home

Grow Your Career at Bohill Care Home

Bohill Care Home is a modern, purpose-built facility located just outside Coleraine Town Centre, surrounded by stunning countryside. Our home features 80 spacious single en‑suite bedrooms spread across two floors, along with beautifully maintained gardens that provide a peaceful space for residents to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

We offer specialised care across three dedicated units: Dementia Nursing, Dementia Residential, and Frail Elderly Nursing, all focused on delivering compassionate, person‑centred support.

With exciting expansion plans underway, now is the perfect time to join our growing team. New developments mean new career opportunities — whether you’re starting your journey in care or looking to take the next step.

The Role

You will pride yourself on providing high‑quality, person‑centred care to our residents, fostering a welcoming environment where residents are treated with respect and dignity, and staff feel valued and supported. As part of our frontline team, you will play a pivotal role in the day‑to‑day operations of the Home, assisting with activities of daily living ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of residents. As a Care Assistant, you will also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion; an advocacy for the rights and preferences of our residents.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities, such as dressing, bathing, eating, and mobility.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, helping them maintain a good quality of life.
• Help residents maintain independence where possible, encouraging involvement in activities.
• Assist with moving and handling residents using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Support the nursing and healthcare team by monitoring residents' well‑being and reporting any changes in their health or behaviour.
• Follow care plans tailored to individual residents' needs, ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents.

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values‑led culture
• Overtime available at an enhanced rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI fee paid for
• NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

This is a Full time role.

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever‑growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

Required Criteria

• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A good standard of oral and written English.
• A non‑judgemental approach to others.
• Excellent communication skills with the compassion required to deliver high‑quality care to our residents.
• Respectful to not only residents but the values and beliefs of other team members.

Desired Criteria

• Educated to QCF/ NVQ Level 2 is desirable, but not essential.
• Previous experience in Health and Social Care preferred, although not essential as full training will be provided.

Closing Date

Monday 28th September, 2026

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

£12.85 Hourly