Healthcare Assistant

Westcare Homecare Ltd; Headford; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Flexible hours

Paid training

Paid holidays

Refer a friend bonus

Carer of the Month

Bike to Work

Free uniforms

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd is seeking dedicated care assistants to support clients in Headford, Co. Galway, on-site. You will assist with daily tasks, promote independence, and provide companionship in a respectful, supportive environment.

This role offers flexible hours, paid training, mileage reimbursement, and opportunities for ongoing learning. A caring, reliable attitude with a valid driving licence and QQI Level 5 are preferred to join a valued team.

Qualifications

• Full Irish driving licence and access to a car.
• QQI Level 5 or equivalent.
• 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 and emotional support
• Monitor wellbeing and report any concerns

Skills

Caring demeanor

Reliability

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

QQI Level 5

Job description

Location: On site / Headford, Co. Galway, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants
Salary: Negotiable salary

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

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 and 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, 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.