Healthcare Assistant - Galway

Irish HomeCare; Galway; On-site; EUR 27,738 - 37,585; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend scheme

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

Irish HomeCare is seeking qualified and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in Galway. You will provide home care services to clients in their own homes across the local community, supporting daily living activities with dignity and respect.

The role involves personal care, mobility assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping and following each client's Care Plan. A QQI Level 5 health/social care qualification, previous care experience, strong English skills and a

Qualifications

• Major award in Health or Social Care (QQI Level 5) or equivalent.
• Previous care or healthcare experience.
• Good English, spoken and written.
• Full Irish driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal, non-medical care and assistance to clients in their homes.
• Assist with clients' physical, nutritional, and social needs per Care Plan.
• Provide personal care, mobility, feeding, meal prep, light housekeeping, and related duties.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Driving licence

Education

QQI Level 5 in Health/Social Care

Job description

Dockgate, Merchants Road, Galway, Co. Galway, H91 P6CF

Job Description

Irish HomeCare is seeking qualified and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in Galway. Successful candidates will be responsible for providing home care services to our clients in the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal, non‑medical care and assistance to clients in their own homes.
• Assist with clients’ physical, nutritional, and social needs as outlined in their Care Plan.
• Provide personal care (e.g., washing, dressing, continence care), mobilise clients, assist with feeding, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and other related duties.

Requirements

• A major award in Health or Social Care or equivalent (Level 5 on the QQI Framework).
• Previous care or healthcare experience.
• General understanding of geriatric health and mobility issues.
• Strong verbal communication skills and good command of spoken and written English.
• Full Irish driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Hours of Work

39 hours per week. Must be available to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Salary

€32,691 per annum

Benefits

• Refer a Friend scheme
• Christmas Bonus