Healthcare Assistant - Wicklow

Irish HomeCare; Dublin; On-site; EUR 29,421 - 35,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend scheme

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

Irish HomeCare is seeking qualified Healthcare Assistants to join our growing Wicklow team. You will provide personal, non‑medical care and support to clients in their own homes, following each client’s Care Plan and maintaining professional standards.

Essential requirements include a QQI Level 5 Health or Social Care qualification, care experience, and a full Irish driving licence with access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication skills and good command of spoken and written English.
• Experience in care or healthcare settings is desirable.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal, non‑medical care and assistance to clients in their own homes.
• Assist with clients’ physical, nutritional and social needs as per Care Plan.
• Perform personal care tasks and light housekeeping as required.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

QQI Level 5 Health or Social Care

Job description

HEALTHSECTORJOBS, Unit 13, Rosemount Park Drive, Rosemount Bus Pk, Dublin 11, D11 E0XK

Application Details

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

Job Description

Location: Wicklow, Co Wicklow

About the Role: Irish HomeCare is seeking qualified and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in Wicklow. 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 laid out in their Care Plan.
• Perform personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, assisting with continence care, mobilising, assisting with feeding, meal preparation, light housekeeping, etc.

Requirements

• A major award in Health or Social Care or equivalent (Qualified to Level 5 on the QQI Framework).
• Previous care or healthcare experience.
• A general understanding of geriatric health and mobility issues.
• Strong verbal communication skills and good command of spoken and written English.
• A full Irish (or Irish recognised) Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Hours of Work

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

Salary

€32,691 per annum

Benefits

• Refer a Friend scheme
• Christmas Bonus

Please submit your application to [e-mail] by 5pm on 10th Aug 2026.

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme) OR QQI Level 5 Health or Social Care
• Specialising In: geriatric health
• Driving Licence: Full B

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Interpersonal Skills, Personal/Social Care
• Competency Skills: Teamwork, Time Management