Compassionate Home Care Assistant — Flexible & Supported

Bluebird Care Ireland; Abbeyleix; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to €20.20/hour pay rate

Travel expenses covered

Flexible schedules

Bi-weekly pay

Free uniform provided

Garda vetting and training

Job summary

Bluebird Care Ireland is hiring Healthcare Assistants in Abbeyleix to support clients in their own homes with dignity and independence. You will work with a team of Clinical Nurse Managers who provide guidance, mentoring and support, ensuring high standards of care.

Earn up to €20.20 per hour with travel expenses covered, flexible schedules, bi-weekly pay and ongoing career development opportunities. QQI Level 5 required, Garda Vetting and a full driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 with at least two modules: Care Skills and Care of the Older Person.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Clean Garda Vetting Certificate (and International Police Clearance, if applicable).
• Full driving licence and access to your own transport.
• Strong spoken and written English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care, toileting, mobility and meal preparation.
• Supporting clients with Alzheimer's, Dementia and high‑dependency needs.
• Medication supervision (as required).
• Light household tasks and occasional basic shopping.
• Following each client’s personalised Care Plan.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliable

Respectful communication

Education

QQI Level 5 with two modules: Care Skills & Care of the Older Person

Job description

Bluebird Care Ireland is hiring Healthcare Assistants in Abbeyleix to support clients in their own homes with dignity and independence. You will work with a team of Clinical Nurse Managers who provide guidance, mentoring and support, ensuring high standards of care.

Earn up to €20.20 per hour with travel expenses covered, flexible schedules, bi-weekly pay and ongoing career development opportunities. QQI Level 5 required, Garda Vetting and a full driving licence are essential.