Healthcare Assistant Full Time Days

Optimum Care Group; Lurgan; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pay - £12.81

Enhanced Bank Holiday Rate

Access to Employee Mental Health Help

Paid training and induction

Free on-site parking

Free Uniform

Company Pension

Job summary

Optimum Care Group is recruiting a Full-Time Healthcare Assistant at Aughnacloy House, Lurgan. The role involves working 3 x 12-hour day shifts from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, delivering compassionate personal care and support to residents.

Essential criteria include at least 1 year of personal care experience and registration with NISCC. We offer paid induction, on-site parking, and a clear progression path.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in personal care.
• Desirable: care experience in a Nursing Home or similar environment.
• Desirable: kitchen or laundry experience in work or voluntary settings.
• Studying for or attained a care-related qualification.
• Must be registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living assistance to residents.
• Support with meals, mobility, hygiene and comfort.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure wellbeing and safety.

Skills

Personal care

Job description

Job Title

Healthcare Assistant

Location

Aughnacloy House, Lurgan

Salary / Rate

£12.81 per hour

Job Type

Full-time

Shift Pattern

Day Shift

Hours

3 x 12 hour shifts (between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm)

Annual Leave

5.6 weeks pro rota

Benefits

• Excellent Pay - £12.81
• Enhanced Bank Holiday Rate
• Access to Employee Mental Health Support Line
• Paid training and induction
• Free on-site parking
• Free Uniform
• Company Pension

Closing Date

Friday 18th September 2026

Overview

We are looking to recruit a Full Time Healthcare Assistant to join our Aughnacloy Team. The successful applicant will be employed 3 days per week. The shifts are 12 hours long between 8am and 8pm Monday-Sunday.

Essential Criteria

• 1 years’ experience in Personal Care

Desirable Criteria

• Personal care experience within a Nursing Home or similar environment
• Kitchen or laundry experience in work or a voluntary setting
• Studying for or attained a care related qualification.
• Be registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Other Eligibility

• Sponsorship is not available for this role.
• AccessNI check required.
• Background checks and registration with NISCC.