Personal Assistant (Disability)

360 Living; Ireland; Remote; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

360 Living is seeking a caring individual to provide practical day-to-day support so a disabled person can live independently at home and in the community in Ireland. The role covers 12–36 hours per week, with 12-hour shifts, offering flexible part-time work.

Responsibilities include assisting with transfers and mobility, daily living activities, and maintaining dignity and privacy. Garda vetting clearance and relevant healthcare qualifications are required or in progress.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support or equivalent.
• FETAC/QQI modules in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person.
• Patient Moving and Handling certification.
• Garda vetting clearance.
• Ability to assist with client transfers and mobility.
• Full clean B driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical day-to-day support so a disabled person can live independently at home and in the community.
• Assist with transfers and mobility and support daily living activities.
• Maintain communication and compassionate, patient demeanour with the client.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mobility assistance

Healthcare experience

Garda vetting

Driving licence (preferred)

Compassionate demeanor

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support

FETAC/QQI Care Skills

FETAC/QQI Care of the Older Person

Patient Moving and Handling certification

Job description

Provide practical day-to-day support so a disabled person can live an independent, self-directed life at home and in the community. 12-36 hours a week in 12-hour shifts.

Requirements:

• QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support or equivalent
• FETAC/QQI modules in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person
• Patient Moving and Handling certification
• Garda vetting clearance
• Physical ability to assist with client transfers and mobility
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and patient demeanour
• Authorisation to work in Ireland (please include your status/stamp with your application)
• Full clean B driving licence (preferred)
• 2 years' healthcare assistance experience (preferred)