Health Care Assistant — Flexible Hours & Career Growth

Orchard Care Group; Sligo; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and support

CPD support

Career progression

Competitive salary with increments

Premium rates on Sundays & holidays

Flexible work schedule

4 weeks annual leave

Refer a friend

Multidisciplinary team environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Orchard Care Group in Ireland is recruiting Health Care Assistants on a full-time and part-time basis. The role involves delivering direct care, supporting daily activities, and contributing to residents’ health and wellbeing across multiple locations in Ireland.

Candidates should have QQI Level 5 or equivalent, 2–3 years of relevant experience, and a full manual driving license. A valid employment permit is required for non-EEA nationals. Competitive salary and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2/3 years experience in a similar environment supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities or supporting children and young people who are unable to live with their own families.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of a high standard of care.
• Assist with activities and care as assigned by the Manager and in the Integrated Care Plan.
• Respect individuals and family needs and provide person-centred support.
• Maintain files in readiness for inspections at any time.
• Act as advocate for the child/adult and family, providing information and support.
• Collaborate with colleagues on Integrated Care Plan safety and execution.
• Report changes in condition/behaviour to the Manager.
• Develop social interaction for individuals in group or one-to-one settings.
• Field requests and queries from service users, families and visitors to the Manager.
• Be aware of equipment usage, safety precautions and handling.
• Report incidents and keep records via incident/complaint forms.
• Welcome visitors and family members to the unit.
• Participate in team meetings and communications.
• Provide personal care to service users as required.
• Uphold GDPR confidentiality at all times.
• Be flexible to work shifts as needed.
• Undertake any other work to meet service requirements.

Skills

Care experience

Driving license

GDPR awareness

Education

QQI Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Orchard Care Group in Ireland is recruiting Health Care Assistants on a full-time and part-time basis. The role involves delivering direct care, supporting daily activities, and contributing to residents’ health and wellbeing across multiple locations in Ireland.

Candidates should have QQI Level 5 or equivalent, 2–3 years of relevant experience, and a full manual driving license. A valid employment permit is required for non-EEA nationals. Competitive salary and benefits apply.