Healthcare Assistant

Westcare Homecare Ltd; Headford; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Flexible hours

Paid training

Fuel cards

Paid holidays

Refer a Friend bonus

Carer of the Month recognition

Ongoing learning & progression

Bike to Work Scheme

Retirement plans

Open-door policy

Free uniforms

Job summary

Westcare Homecare Ltd is hiring for care roles in Headford. Earn up to €21.50 per hour with paid mileage and flexible hours to suit your lifestyle. Training is provided, with additional benefits and ongoing career progression within a supportive team.

Ideal candidates may have QQI Level 5 or equivalent and a full Irish driving licence with access to a car. Experience in care is advantageous but not essential; full or part-time roles available.

Qualifications

• Full Irish driving licence and access to a car.
• QQI Level 5 or equivalent required.
• A caring, reliable, and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with daily tasks (washing, dressing, meals).
• Support mobility and independence.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Monitor wellbeing and report any concerns.
• Help create a safe, comfortable home environment.

Skills

Driving licence

Caring attitude

Reliable

People skills

Education

QQI Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

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.

Area: Headford

Benefits

• Up to €21.50 per hour
• Paid mileage
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Paid training provided
• Fuel cards
• Paid holidays
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Carer of the Month recognition
• Ongoing learning & career progression
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Retirement plans
• 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

What you'll do

• Help clients with daily tasks (washing, dressing, meals)
• Support mobility and independence
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Monitor wellbeing and report any concerns
• Help create a safe, comfortable home environment

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, customer service after graduating college, looking for a career change - you already have the people skills we need. We'll support you with training to start your career in healthcare.

Job type: Permanent

Job terms: Full or part-time

Address: On site / Westmeath, Co. Westmeath, Ireland

Sector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants