Compassionate Home Care Assistant | Flexible Hours & Growth

Bluebird Care Ireland; Abbeyleix; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay up to €20.20

Travel expenses covered

Referral bonus €250

Flexible schedules

Bi-weekly pay

Free uniform

Garda vetting training

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

Bluebird Care Ireland is hiring Healthcare Assistants to support clients in their own homes in Abbeyleix and surrounding areas. You will work with a nurse-led team and receive guidance from Clinical Nurse Managers to deliver compassionate, professional care.

Role offers flexible schedules, bi-weekly pay, and support with QQI registration, plus travel expenses coverage. A €250 referral bonus for successful hires is also available.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 with Care Skills and Care of the Older Person modules.
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience.
• Clean Garda Vetting Certificate and International Police Clearance where applicable.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport.
• Strong spoken and written English language skills.
• Full eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care, toileting, mobility and meal preparation.
• Supporting clients with Alzheimer's, Dementia and high-dependency needs.
• Medication supervision where required.
• Light household tasks and basic shopping.
• Following each client's Care Plan and promoting independence.
• Offering companionship and promoting social engagement.
• Communicating observations to the office team.
• Maintaining confidentiality and health and safety protocols.
• Accurately documenting care and incidents.

Skills

English communication

Compassionate care

Documentation

Education

QQI Level 5 qualification

Tools

Google Maps

Job description

Bluebird Care Ireland is hiring Healthcare Assistants to support clients in their own homes in Abbeyleix and surrounding areas. You will work with a nurse-led team and receive guidance from Clinical Nurse Managers to deliver compassionate, professional care.

Role offers flexible schedules, bi-weekly pay, and support with QQI registration, plus travel expenses coverage. A €250 referral bonus for successful hires is also available.