HCA

PE Global (UK); Wicklow; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global (UK) in Co Wicklow seeks compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join a newly established day service, supporting individuals with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities (ID). The role involves person-centred daily living support, personal care, and teamwork with the care staff to promote independence, dignity and inclusion.

Garda Vetting and references are required; QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support (or equivalent) and at least 6 months of HCA experience in Ireland are essential.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support qualification (or equivalent).
• Minimum 6 months’ experience working as an HCA in Ireland (private or HSE).
• Experience with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities (ID).
• Garda Vetting and relevant references required.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and daily support.
• Assist with personal care, activities and daily living.
• Support individuals with Autism and ID to develop independence.
• Follow individual care plans and organisational policies.
• Promote dignity, safety, wellbeing and inclusion.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support qualification

Job description

location:Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Position:Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Employment: Ongoing / Contract

We are looking forcompassionate and experienced Healthcare Assistantsto join our Newly Established day service in Co Wicklow, supporting individuals withAutism and Intellectual Disabilities (ID).

Requirements

• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support qualification(formerly FETAC Level 5) or equivalent.
• Minimum6 months’ experience working as an HCA in Ireland, either privately or within theHSE.
• Previous experience working withAutism and Intellectual Disabilities.
• A caring, patient and person-centred approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Garda Vetting and relevant references required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and daily support.
• Assist with personal care, activities and daily living.
• Support individuals with Autism and ID to develop independence.
• Follow individual care plans and organisational policies.
• Promote dignity, safety, wellbeing and inclusion.

If you have the required qualifications and experience and are passionate about supporting people with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities, we would love to hear from you.