Compassionate Elder Care Assistant - Guaranteed Hours

Virtue Integrated Care; Wexford; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity leave

Tax-free loyalty bonus celebration

Wellbeing programme

Bike-to-Work scheme

Guaranteed contracted hours

Above and Beyond awards

Extra annual leave days

Uniform provided

Educational support and development

Job summary

Wygram Nursing Home in Wexford is seeking a cheerful, caring Healthcare Assistant to support elderly residents with companionship, personal care, meals, and mobility assistance. The role emphasizes compassionate, dependable service and teamwork within the care home.

A Garda Clearance and fluent English are required. Ideal candidates have 1+ years in elder care and hold QQI Level 5 in healthcare or a relevant degree, with references.

Qualifications

• This role requires caring, cheerful and compassionate staff.
• Fluent English and suitable character references are required.
• Garda Clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal support to residents.
• Assist with meals and mobility for elderly residents.
• Support residents with daily activities in a compassionate manner.

Skills

1+ year elder care

Education

QQI Level 5 in healthcare

Job description

Wygram Nursing Home in Wexford is seeking a cheerful, caring Healthcare Assistant to support elderly residents with companionship, personal care, meals, and mobility assistance. The role emphasizes compassionate, dependable service and teamwork within the care home.

A Garda Clearance and fluent English are required. Ideal candidates have 1+ years in elder care and hold QQI Level 5 in healthcare or a relevant degree, with references.