Residential Care Assistant – Full‑Time in Laois

Lotus Care Services; Leinster; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction and onboarding

Extensive in-house training and CPD

Refer a Friend Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Lotus Care invites applications for Healthcare Assistants to join our teams in Co. Laois as we prepare to open brand-new residential centres by late 2026/early 2027. Positions are full-time and permanent, averaging 42 hours per week, with relief contracts also considered.

Salary is based on experience and relevant qualifications. Responsibilities include person-centred support, assistance with daily living skills and personal care, medication administration, and collaboration with the MDT to

Qualifications

• Minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare or equivalent.
• Full Irish driving license.
• Prior experience in social care or healthcare.
• Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support choice, decision-making, independence and personal development.
• Provide person-centred support with daily living skills, personal care, hygiene, health and appearance.
• Deliver support in line with individual care plans, goals and needs.
• Administer and accurately document prescribed medication in line with relevant policies and procedures.
• Record and report incidents, concerns and complaints involving service owners, staff or visitors.
• Work collaboratively with the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to support service owners in achieving their individual goals.

Skills

Driving license

Excellent verbal and writing skills

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare

Job description

Lotus Care invites applications for Healthcare Assistants to join our teams in Co. Laois as we prepare to open brand-new residential centres by late 2026/early 2027. Positions are full-time and permanent, averaging 42 hours per week, with relief contracts also considered.

Salary is based on experience and relevant qualifications. Responsibilities include person-centred support, assistance with daily living skills and personal care, medication administration, and collaboration with the MDT to