Healthcare Assistant (Laois)

RESILIENCE HEALTHCARE LIMITED; Stradbally; On-site; EUR 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ireland seeks a dedicated healthcare assistant to provide high-quality care in a team-oriented environment. The position is full-time, offering a salary of €31,308.00, with benefits including employee discounts and ongoing training. Ideal candidates will possess a level 5 qualification in social care and demonstrate empathy and a flexible attitude. Experience with clients with disabilities is a plus.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Paid Refer-a-Friend scheme

Discounted health insurance

Qualifications

• FETAC/QQI level 5 Social Care/healthcare assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Strong sense of empathy and flexibility.
• Previous experience with disabilities is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client care needs through Support Plans.
• Ensure compliance with service policies and procedures.
• Act as a mentor for new staff.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Team-oriented work ethic

Education

FETAC/QQI level 5 Social Care/healthcare assistant qualification

Job description

Locations

Ait Shona, Garrymaddock, Stradbally, Co. Laois, R32 N9C8.
Heather Hill, Heatherhill, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 TFF9.

Eligibility & Application

In order to work in Ireland a non‑EEA national must hold a valid employment permit unless exempted. Please review the eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

You will be a healthcare assistant working across our Social Care division. Hours: Full time permanent 40 hours. Salary is €31,308.00 (€15 per hour), and may increase based on qualifications and experience.

What is the Role?

You will provide a professional, high‑quality and safe service as a healthcare assistant to people with additional needs, working as part of a team and in consultation with each service user. You will meet each client’s individual needs and represent Resilience’s values, providing best‑in‑class care, applying a person‑centred approach, and helping service‑users live their best life and achieve their optimum potential.

Responsibilities

• The delivery of client care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of Support Plans.
• Ensure that practices within the service comply with Resilience's policies and procedures to maintain the highest standards.
• Liaise with Multi‑Disciplinary Teams when required.
• Provide support to colleagues within the team setting.
• Act as a mentor for new staff and foster a positive learning environment.
• Participate in the development and review of risk assessments and report concerns.

Qualifications

• FETAC/QQI level 5 Social Care/healthcare assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Completed or willing to complete a Patient Manual Handling course.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Strong sense of empathy, flexibility and a team‑oriented work ethic.
• Previous experience working with adults/children with physical, sensory and intellectual disabilities is an advantage.
• Full driver’s licence is desirable.

Benefits

• Full induction, training and ongoing development.
• Excellent rates of pay.
• Resilience Rewards employee discounts (e.g., discounted health insurance).
• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7.
• Resilience 4Me Health and Well‑being Forum.
• Personal, one‑to‑one approach to social care support work.
• Full support of management.
• Paid Refer‑a‑Friend scheme.

Career Level

Entry Level.