Healthcare Assistant - Tullamore

Bluebird Care Ireland; Tullamore; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

€250 refer-a-friend bonus

Paid travel time

Flexible scheduling

Bi-weekly pay

Free uniform

Job summary

Bluebird Care Ireland is hiring Health Care Assistants in Tullamore to deliver person-centred home care in the Midlands. You will be supported by Clinical Nurse Managers with 24/7 clinical backup and ongoing training opportunities.

Join a growing team offering flexible scheduling, bi-weekly pay, and additional benefits like a refer-a-friend bonus and a bike-to-work scheme. Prior experience and QQI Level 5 are valued assets.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Care Skills & Care of the Older Person is required.
• Minimum 1 year's experience in a healthcare setting.
• Garda Vetting (and International Police Clearance if applicable).
• Fit-to-work certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Full driver's licence and access to own transport.
• Good English communication skills.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Personal care (washing, dressing, mobility, toileting).
• Meal preparation and light household duties.
• Medication prompting and supervision.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Supporting clients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, and high-dependency needs.
• Following individual Care Plans and recording care provided.
• Reporting any concerns to the care management team.

Education

QQI Level 5 (Care Skills & Care of the Older Person completed)

Job description

Meaningful work. Real support. Flexibility that fits your life.

At Bluebird Care Laois & Offaly, we are proud to deliver high-quality, person-centred care across the Midlands. With our nurse-led teams and strong local presence, we make a genuine difference in the lives of the people we support - and in the careers of our Health Care Assistants.

As a Health Care Assistant in Tullamore, you'll be supported every step of the way by experienced Clinical Nurse Managers, with hands-on guidance and 24/7 clinical support whenever you need it.

We are currently recruiting caring, reliable, and dedicated Health Care Assistants to join our growing team.

Why Join Bluebird Care Laois & Offaly?

• Earn up to €20.20 per hour
• Paid travel time
• Competitive rates for both full and half-hour visits
• €250 refer-a-friend bonus
• Flexible scheduling to suit your availability
• Bi-weekly pay
• Free uniform, Garda vetting, and manual handling training
• Monthly Carer Recognition Awards
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• QQI registration support
• Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
• 24/7 nurse-led clinical support
• Bike to Work Scheme

Your Role

You’ll support clients in their own homes, helping them to live independently, safely, and with dignity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Personal care (washing, dressing, mobility, toileting)
• Meal preparation and light household duties
• Medication prompting and supervision
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Supporting clients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, and high-dependency needs
• Following individual Care Plans and recording care provided
• Reporting any concerns to the care management team

What You’ll Need

• QQI Level 5 (Care Skills & Care of the Older Person completed)
• Minimum 1 year's experience in a healthcare setting
• Garda Vetting (and International Police Clearance if applicable)
• Fit-to-work certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Full driver's licence and access to your own transport
• Comfortable using Google Maps for navigation
• Good English communication skills
• A caring, dependable, and respectful approach
• Full eligibility to work in Ireland

If you're looking for a role where you're supported, respected, and truly valued - we'd love to hear from you.