Healthcare Assistant /Pre Nursing Student

Excel Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Full-time/Part-time opportunities

Diverse healthcare settings

Recruitment team support

Job summary

Excel Healthcare in Dublin is seeking experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our agency across Dublin and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible hours and shifts in hospitals, nursing homes, and other care settings, with weekly pay.

Ideal candidates hold QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support, have prior Healthcare Assistant experience, and can work with compassion and professionalism. A full driving licence is advantageous but not required.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or equivalent.
• Previous experience as Healthcare Assistant.
• Caring, dependable and professional approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current eligibility to work in Ireland and residence in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Providing person-centred care with dignity and respect.
• Working with nursing and care teams to maintain high standards of care.
• Encouraging comfort, wellbeing and independence of those you support.
• Helping create a safe, supportive care environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Caring attitude

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support

Job description

Healthcare Assistant /Pre Nursing Student (J49139) Dublin, Republic of Ireland

Healthcare Assistants / Pre-Nursing Students - Dublin and Surrounding Areas - Full QQI Level 5 Required

Excel Healthcare is seeking experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our dedicated agency team across Dublin and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy flexible working arrangements while expanding your experience across a range of healthcare settings.

Shifts are available in hospitals, nursing homes, residential services, and other care environments, with opportunities to suit both regular and occasional availability.

Why Work with Excel Healthcare?

• Competitive rates with reliable weekly pay
• Flexible hours and shift patterns to suit your availability
• A choice of full-time and part-time opportunities
• Opportunities to build valuable experience across diverse healthcare settings
• Ongoing guidance and support from our friendly, dedicated recruitment team

About the Role

As a Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting residents and service users with personal care and everyday activities
• Providing high-quality, person-centred care with dignity, compassion, and respect
• Working alongside nursing and care teams to maintain excellent standards of care
• Encouraging the comfort, wellbeing, and independence of those you support
• Helping to create and maintain a safe, supportive, and positive care environment

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• A full QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support, or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant
• A caring, dependable, and professional approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Current eligibility to work in Ireland and residence in Ireland

A full, clean driving licence and access to your own transport would be advantageous but are not essential.

Required Training

These certifications are not required when you apply; however, successful candidates must hold the following before commencing work:

• CPR

Candidates who already hold these certifications will have an advantage. If you need to complete any of them, our team can support you in arranging the necessary training.

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