Full time

Zohorecruit; Dún Laoghaire; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity Leave

Pension Scheme

Life and Health Insurance

Income Protection

€500 Employee Referral Bonus

Free meals and uniforms

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care, and is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team in Co Dublin. The position offers permanent, full-time employment with EU/EEA citizenship or unrestricted work rights required.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily living, providing companionship, and supporting participation in therapeutic activities, with training provided to enhance

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare completed or in progress, or a Nursing/Allied Health degree.
• Must be able to pass Garda Clearance.
• Provide suitable character references.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).
• Must have legal right to work in Ireland; EU/EEA citizenship or unrestricted work rights.
• Immediate availability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents living with dementia.
• Support participation in recreational activities and therapeutic programs.
• Foster a safe and supportive environment for residents.
• Participate in ongoing training and education in dementia care and best practices.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents and families.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Caring attitude

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare

Nursing/Allied Health degree

Job description

Glenageary, Ireland | Posted on 09/23/2026

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are seeking a dedicated candidate Healthcare Assistant - HCA to join our team in providing personalized care and support to individuals living with dementia in our Nursing Home based in Co Dublin .

Contract Type - Permanent, Full-time

This position is open only to applicants who hold EU/EEA citizenship or have an existing, unrestricted right to work in Ireland

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents, engaging in meaningful interactions and activities tailored to individual preferences and abilities
• Support residents in participating in recreational activities and therapeutic programs designed to promote social engagement
• Foster a safe and supportive environment for residents
• Participate in ongoing training and education initiatives to enhance knowledge and skills in dementia care and best practices
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with residents and their families

Requirements

• Ideally 1+ years’ experience in elder care; however, candidates looking to start a new career path are welcome.
• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (completed or in progress) OR a relevant Nursing/Allied Health Degree (not essential).
• Fully funded QQI Level 5 training available for successful candidates without the qualification.
• Must be able to pass Garda Clearance.
• Must provide suitable character references.
• Fluent English (spoken and written) is required.
• Demonstrates good character, empathy, and a caring attitude.
• Must have legal right to work in Ireland.
• Role is open only to candidates with EU/EEA citizenship or existing unrestricted work rights.
• Immediate availability preferred to meet service requirements.

• Healthcare Assistant bonus scheme with a €750 tax-free bonus after 9 months for employees who join before March 2027
• Opportunity to receive increasing bonus payments of up to €9,750 through the bonus scheme
• Maternity, Adoptive and Surrogacy Leave
• Free meals and uniforms provided
• Pension Scheme
• Life and Health Insurance
• Income Protection
• €500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Free training and educational assistance
• Employee of the Month reward scheme
• Multiple employee recognition award programmes
• Tax Saver Commuter Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Dedicated employee Wellbeing Programme