Healthcare Assistant

InisCare; Dublin; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Refer-a-Friend €150

QQI Level 5 sponsorship

Career progression

Job summary

InisCare is seeking Health Care Assistants to support customers to live safely at home in Dundrum and surrounding areas. The role includes personal care, dressing, meal prep, and light housekeeping, with a flexible schedule and both full-time and part-time options.

Responsibilities cover safety protocols, safeguarding, accurate logging, confidentiality, compassionate care, and professional communication. Competitive hourly rates and mileage are offered, plus referral bonuses and QQI Level 5

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Health care Award or equivalent, or in progress.
• One-year paid experience not required if QQI Level 5 is held.
• Competitive hourly rate from €14.50 up to €20.00 (depending on qualifications).
• Mileage provided.
• Refer-a-Friend Program – €150.00 per referral.
• Sponsored QQI Level 5 (Care Skills and Care for the Elderly Modules).
• Career Progression Plan and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Follow current safety protocols, including Moving and Handling.
• Report concerns or safeguarding issues to your manager.
• Record all tasks accurately in daily logs.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Complete all care tasks (medication, personal care, meals, etc.) with dignity and respect.
• Encourage customer independence and decision-making.
• Communicate professionally with the customer throughout the shift.
• Attend scheduled shifts and inform the office promptly if late or unable to attend.

Skills

Basic patient care

Mobility support

Communication & listening

Following procedures

Companionship & empathy

Healthcare equipment familiarity

Time management

Education

QQI Level 5 Health care Award

Job description

Reports To: Health Care Supervisor / Branch Manager

Location: Dundrum & Surrounding Areas

Job Type: Full-Time and Part-time Available

Schedule: Flexible

InisCare was established with the core principle that contented caregivers lead to satisfied customers. We maintain the belief that exceptional, dependable, and personable home care services are delivered by individuals who receive support from a skilled and empathetic leadership team. Our goal is to support our team of caregivers in delivering compassionate and professional care that enables individuals to maintain active and fulfilling lifestyles.

Job Summary:

The role of a Health Care Assistant is to support the Customer to live happily and safely at home. This may involve assisting them with personal care, such as showering or bathing, assisting with dressing, assisting with incontinence care, assisting with meal preparation and light housekeeping.

Responsibilities:

• Follow current safety protocols, including Moving and Handling.
• Report concerns or safeguarding issues to your manager.
• Record all tasks accurately in daily logs.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Complete all care tasks (medication, personal care, meals, etc.) with dignity and respect.
• Encourage customer independence and decision-making.
• Communicate professionally with the customer throughout the shift.
• Attend scheduled shifts and inform the office promptly if late or unable to attend.

Skills:

• Basic patient care: bathing, dressing, feeding
• Assisting with mobility and exercise
• Effective verbal and written communication & Active listening
• Following instructions and protocols
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Familiarity with healthcare equipment and devices
• Time management and task prioritization

Qualifications:

• QQI Level 5 Health care Award or equivalent/ or in progress

Experience:

• One-year paid experience or prior experience is not required if you have your QQI Level 5
• Competitive hourly rate from €14.50 up to €20.00 (depending on qualifications)
• Mileage
• Refer-a-Friend Program – €150.00 per referral
• Sponsored QQI Level 5 (Care Skills and Care for the Elderly Person Modules)
• Career Progression Plan and guidance

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or membership of the Traveller community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are dedicated to promoting equality and preventing discrimination in our workplace.

In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998-2015, we ensure that our recruitment, selection, training, and promotion processes are based solely on the abilities and merits of the candidates and employees. We strive to provide a work environment free from harassment and discrimination, and we support equal opportunities in all aspects of employment.