Healthcare Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Flexible hours

Paid training provided

Fuel cards

Paid holidays

Refer a Friend bonus

Carer of the Month

Job summary

Westcare Homecare Ltd in Ireland offers a meaningful care role with flexible hours and competitive pay. You’ll provide daily living support, companionship, and help maintain independence for clients in your local area.

Earn up to €21.50/hour plus paid mileage, training and a supportive team. Full Irish driving licence and QQI Level 5 are preferred but training is provided. Join a caring, reliable team that values your contribution and growth.

Qualifications

• Caring, reliable, and positive attitude.
• Experience in care is advantageous but not essential.
• Full Irish driving licence and access to a car preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Communication

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.

Areas: Dunleer,Duleek, Blackrock, Carlingford

What's in it for you?

• 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
• 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
• 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.

Start a rewarding career where you're appreciated, supported, and making a real difference in people's lives.