Healthcare Assistant

Westcare Homecare Ltd; Ballymahon Municipal District; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Flexible working hours

Paid training provided

Paid holidays

Refer a Friend bonus

Carer of the Month recognition

Bike to Work Scheme

Free uniforms

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd is seeking a Healthcare Assistant on site in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, Ireland (Castlebar area). Earn up to €21.50/hour with paid mileage and flexible hours. Paid training, holidays, and progression opportunities are offered.

This role involves assisting clients with daily tasks, supporting mobility and independence, providing companionship, and monitoring wellbeing. A valid driving licence and QQI Level 5 are required, with care experience advantageous.

Qualifications

• Full Irish driving licence & access to a car.
• QQI Level 5 or equivalent of QQI.
• A caring, reliable, and positive attitude.
• Experience in care is an advantage, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with daily tasks (washing, dressing, meals).
• Support mobility and independence.
• Provide companionship & emotional support.
• Monitor wellbeing and report any concerns.

Skills

Driving licence

Education

QQI Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Location: On site / Castlereagh, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, Ireland

job type: Permanent / Full-time

Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants

Salary: Negotiable salary

Healthcare Assistant – Castlebar

Earn up to €21.50/hour + Paid Mileage + Flexible Hours

Looking for a meaningful career where you’re valued, supported, and paid fairly?

Whether you're experienced or coming from retail, hospitality, or caring for family — we’ll help you build a career in care.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to €21.50 per hour
• Paid mileage
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Paid training provided
• Paid holidays
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Carer of the Month recognition
• Ongoing learning & career progression
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Supportive team with an open-door policy
• Free uniforms

Why this role works

• Work close to your local area
• Spend real 1-to-1 time with clients
• Be part of a supportive care team
• Make a genuine difference every day What you’ll do
• Help clients with daily tasks (washing, dressing, meals)
• Support mobility and independence
• Provide companionship & emotional support
• Monitor wellbeing and report any concerns

What you need

• Full Irish driving licence & access to a car
• QQI Level 5 or equivalent of QQI
• A caring, reliable, and positive attitude
• Experience in care is an advantage, but not essential

New to care?

If you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, or customer service, you already have the people skills we need.

We’ll support you with training to start your career in healthcare.

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