Healthcare Assistant

About the Role

Join a rewarding career as a Healthcare Assistant with Westcare Homecare Ltd based in Ballybay, County Monaghan, Ireland. Whether you're experienced in care or coming from sectors such as retail, hospitality, or family caregiving, this role provides paid training and career advancement opportunities in a supportive environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Earn up to 21.50 per hour
• Paid mileage reimbursement
• Flexible working hours tailored to your lifestyle
• Fuel cards provided
• Paid holidays
• Referral bonuses when you refer a friend
• Recognition as Carer of the Month
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career progression
• Participation in the Bike to Work Scheme
• Retirement plan benefits
• A supportive team culture with an open-door policy
• Free uniforms supplied

Job Responsibilities

• Assist clients with everyday activities including washing, dressing, and meal preparation
• Support client mobility and promote independence
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Monitor clients' wellbeing and report concerns promptly
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a full Irish driving licence and access to a car
• Qualification of QQI Level 5 or an equivalent certification
• A caring, dependable, and optimistic attitude
• Experience in care is beneficial but not mandatory

Additional Information

If you are new to healthcare but have customer-facing experience in retail, hospitality, or after college graduation, your people skills are valuable to us. Comprehensive training will be provided to help you transition into a fulfilling career in healthcare.

Work locally and spend meaningful one-to-one time with clients while being part of a dedicated care team making a real difference daily.