Healthcare Assistant

LBR ELAD LIMITED; Athlone; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LBR Elad Limited in Ireland is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our adult disability residential services. You will support adults with complex needs in a safe, respectful setting, helping them participate in daily living, routines and community activities.

Candidates should have a QQI/FETAC Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support or related field. A full driving licence is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals.
• QQI/FETAC Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support, Social Care or related field.
• Driving licence desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living, personal care, meals and routines.
• Promote dignity, privacy, independence and personal choice.
• Assist with care plans, risk assessments and communication supports.
• Encourage social inclusion and meaningful activity.
• Maintain accurate records and report changes in wellbeing.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Clear communication

Resilience

Independent work

IT systems for records

Safeguarding awareness

Education

QQI/FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Support

Job description

Application Details

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Job Description

53.4252738952637;-7.93231391906738;Athlone , Co. Westmeath ,

Employer: LBR Elad Limited, Number of Positions: 1, Hours of Work: 42 hours per week / 84 hours per fortnight, Minimum Annual Remuneration: €35,210 per annum, Start Date: On or after 1st December 2026

About Inclusive Living: Inclusive Living provides residential support to adults with complex needs, including intellectual and physical disabilities, autism and acquired brain injuries. Our service is rights-based, neuroaffirmative and trauma-informed. We promote independence, protect individuals and uphold integrity through safe, respectful and person-centred support.

Job Description: We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our adult disability residential services in Galway. The successful candidates will support adults with complex needs in a safe, respectful and empowering residential environment, helping each person to take part in daily routines, community life and activities that reflect their individual interests, abilities and choices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: The role includes supporting residents with daily living, personal care, meals, routines and community participation; promoting dignity, privacy, independence and personal choice; assisting with person-centred plans, care plans, risk assessments and communication supports; encouraging positive routines, social inclusion and meaningful activity; attending appointments where required; contributing to reviews and meetings; building positive professional relationships with residents, families, colleagues and external professionals; reporting concerns or changes in wellbeing; maintaining accurate records; and following all safeguarding, health and safety, infection prevention, medication management and confidentiality procedures.

Skills and Competencies Required: Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience supporting vulnerable individuals; promote person-centred care, dignity, respect and independence; communicate clearly and professionally; work effectively as part of a team; build positive relationships; remain calm and resilient in a busy care environment; follow policies, procedures and care plans; work independently when required; and use relevant IT systems for records and communication.

Qualifications and Experience Required: Candidates must have a QQI/FETAC Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support, Social Care or a related field, or an equivalent or higher qualification. Previous experience in healthcare, disability services, residential care or social care is desirable. A full driving licence is desirable but not essential. The successful candidates will be required to complete Garda vetting and any required pre-employment checks before commencement.

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Career Level

• Not Required