Healthcare Assistant – Dublin

The Care Team Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Garda Vetting

Free Training and induction

Competitive hourly rates

Job summary

The Care Team Ireland is a Dublin-based homecare provider recruiting Healthcare Assistants to deliver compassionate, person-centred care to older adults and individuals with disabilities. We offer flexible contracts, part-time and full-time options, with predictable shift patterns from 08:00-13:00 and 17:00-22:00 on weekdays and full days on weekends, supporting client independence at home.

Join a committed team, receive Garda Vetting, full induction and ongoing training, and enjoy competitive

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support with Care Skills and Care of the Older Person modules completed
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
• Ability to provide suitable professional references and Garda Vetting

Responsibilities

• Direct care: deliver high-quality personal care and social support in clients' homes
• Promote independence through dignity, respect and person-centred care
• Daily support: assist with mobility, personal hygiene, dressing, meals and companionship
• Follow tailored care plans and document daily care notes
• Adhere to infection control and health and safety standards
• Collaborate with field supervisors and managers to ensure high standards of care

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Trustworthy

Communication

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support

Job description

• Employment Type: Contract / Permanent/ Flexible
• Flexible Hours: Part-time and full-time options available to suit your availability
• Shift Times: Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 13:00 / 17:00 - 22:00 Weekends: Full day

• Location: Dublin southside
• Employment Type: Contract / Permanent/ Flexible
• Salary: €15.00 - €18.00 per hour
• Language Requirement: Fluent English

Working Hours & Availability

• Flexible Hours: Part-time and full-time options available to suit your availability
• Shift Times: Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 13:00 / 17:00 - 22:00 Weekends: Full day

Who We Are

The Care Team is a home-grown Irish company with an experienced, caring team of healthcare professionals. We are forward-thinking in our delivery of services, providing high-quality care to both older persons and individuals with disabilities. We are not just another homecare provider; our company has expanded primarily through our excellent reputation among HSE professionals and voluntary organisations. At Contact Care, we are passionate about working alongside individuals and families to find tailored solutions, and we are widely recognised for the high level of support and dedication we bring to our community.

About The Role

Where comfort meets compassion. At The Care Team, we provide compassionate and personalised home care services designed around the unique needs of our clients. With a focus on dignity, respect, and person-centred care, we support individuals with long-term disabilities and older adults to live independently in their own homes.

We are a dynamic home healthcare provider operating across Dublin. As our services continue to grow, we are recruiting dedicated Healthcare Assistants to deliver care that truly makes a difference, offering structured rosters and consistent working hours.

Your Responsibilities

• Direct Care: Deliver high-quality personal care and social support in clients' homes.
• Promote Independence: Encourage dignity, respect, and independence through person-centred care.
• Daily Support: Assist clients with mobility, personal hygiene, dressing, meal preparation, and companionship.
• Care Plans: Follow tailored, individual care plans strictly and document precise daily care notes.
• Compliance: Adhere to infection control, health and safety standards, and company policies.
• Teamwork: Work collaboratively with field supervisors and managers to ensure the highest standards of care.

Why Join Us?

• Stability: Regular shifts with consistent, predictable working hours.
• Financial Perks: Competitive hourly rates, paid holidays, and subsidised travel expenses.
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Earn extra rewards by bringing great talent into our team.
• Free Training: Complimentary certification/refreshers, plus full induction and ongoing classroom training.
• Free Garda Vetting: Process covered entirely by the company during your onboarding.
• Equipment: Free PPE and official ID badge provided.
• Career Growth: Systematic performance appraisals and continuous team support.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Traits: Caring, reliable, trustworthy, and deeply committed to excellent client care.
• Education: Working toward or holding a QQI Level 5 (or equivalent) qualification in Healthcare Support.
• Modules: Must have completed both Care Skills and Care of the Older Person modules.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills (fluent written and spoken English).
• Compliance: Ability to provide suitable professional/character references and complete the Garda Vetting process.
• Note: Previous care experience is helpful but not required if modules are completed.