Healthcare Assistant

Zohorecruit; Dún Laoghaire; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity Leave

Adoption Leave

Surrogacy Leave

Pension Scheme

Life and Health Insurance

Income Protection

Employee Referral Bonus

Free training and education assistance

Employee Wellbeing Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to provide personalised care to residents living with dementia in a nursing home in Co Dublin.

The role requires compassion, excellent English communication, and the ability to obtain Garda Clearance. QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or Nursing/Allied Health degree preferred; funded QQI Level 5 training is available for eligible candidates. Permanent, full-time contract. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Empathy and caring attitude essential.
• Strong communication with residents and families.
• Fluent in English, spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Provide companionship and engage residents in meaningful activities.
• Support participation in recreational and therapeutic programs.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and dementia-aware environment.
• Participate in ongoing training and education on dementia care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Fluent English

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare

Nursing/Allied Health Degree

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are seeking a dedicated candidate Healthcare Assistant - HCA to join our team in providing personalized care and support to individuals living with dementia in our Nursing Home based in Co Dublin .

Contract Type - Permanent, Full-time

This position is open only to applicants who hold EU/EEA citizenship or have an existing, unrestricted right to work in Ireland

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents, engaging in meaningful interactions and activities tailored to individual preferences and abilities
• Support residents in participating in recreational activities and therapeutic programs designed to promote social engagement
• Foster a safe and supportive environment for residents
• Participate in ongoing training and education initiatives to enhance knowledge and skills in dementia care and best practices
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with residents and their families

Requirements

• Ideally 1+ years’ experience in elder care; however, candidates looking to start a new career path are welcome.
• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (completed or in progress) OR a relevant Nursing/Allied Health Degree (not essential).
• Fully funded QQI Level 5 training available for successful candidates without the qualification.
• Must be able to pass Garda Clearance.
• Must provide suitable character references.
• Fluent English (spoken and written) is required.
• Demonstrates good character, empathy, and a caring attitude.
• Must have legal right to work in Ireland.
• Role is open only to candidates with EU/EEA citizenship or existing unrestricted work rights.
• Immediate availability preferred to meet service requirements.

Healthcare Assistant bonus scheme with a €750 tax-free bonus after 9 months for employees who join before March 2027

Opportunity to receive increasing bonus payments of up to €9,750 through the bonus scheme

Maternity, Adoptive and Surrogacy Leave

Free meals and uniforms provided

Pension Scheme

Life and Health Insurance

Income Protection

€500 Employee Referral Bonus

Free training and educational assistance

Employee of the Month reward scheme

Multiple employee recognition award programmes

Tax Saver Commuter Scheme

Bike to Work Scheme

Dedicated employee Wellbeing Programme