Senior Dementia Care Assistant – Lead & Develop Team

recruitNet; South Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

General Employment Permit sponsorship

Career advancement opportunities

Remuneration package

Job summary

RecruitNet seeks a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our team in a dementia-focused nursing home in Co South Dublin. You will provide person-centred care, support daily living activities, and help residents feel safe and valued.

The role involves supervising Healthcare Assistants, assisting with training and appraisals, and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. A QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare and 2+ years elder care experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years of elder care experience is preferred.
• Proven ability to motivate, supervise and inspire colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and enhance activities and events for Residents.
• Supervise and support the training and development of Healthcare Assistants.
• Assist with staff appraisals and performance reviews as requested.
• Liaise with Unit PIC and CNM for new Residents.
• Help Residents feel welcomed, comfortable and supported.
• Ensure high standard of care by Healthcare Assistants to Residents.
• Participate in delegated duties involving direct Resident care and activities of daily living.
• Assist Residents with personal care, including washing, toileting, dressing and undressing.
• Support Residents during dining, social activities, conversations and communication.
• Support nursing staff with the organisation and day-to-day allocation of work

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Elder care experience

Clinical care

Education

QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent

Job description

RecruitNet seeks a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our team in a dementia-focused nursing home in Co South Dublin. You will provide person-centred care, support daily living activities, and help residents feel safe and valued.

The role involves supervising Healthcare Assistants, assisting with training and appraisals, and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. A QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare and 2+ years elder care experience are preferred.