Healthcare Assistant (Accommodation support available)
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Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Jobs
Location: County Limerick
Salary: €14.50 per hour
Job Summary
We are recruiting Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to provide person-centred care in residential healthcare settings across Ireland. Working under the supervision of nursing and management staff, you will support residents with daily living activities while ensuring dignity, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily living needs, including dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, walking, and exercise.
- Serve meals, support with feeding, and complete follow-up cleaning duties.
- Deliver care in line with policies and procedures, respecting privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
- Establish positive, respectful relationships with residents that encourage independence.
- Work collaboratively with the care team, recognising and supporting the skills of colleagues.
- Comply with Health & Safety and infection control standards.
- Report any ill-health, incidents, or accidents promptly to nursing staff.
- Answer call bells and telephones, passing on accurate messages.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and tidiness within the household.
- Protect vulnerable adults from abuse and uphold safeguarding standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records.
- Support new staff and volunteers by offering help and guidance.
- Contribute to a warm, homely, and respectful environment.
Person-Centred Qualities
At all times, HCAs are expected to work with empathy and from the heart. Key qualities include:
- Respectful – valuing each resident's life story and individuality
- Accepting – recognising that feelings may be expressed through actions or words
- Flexible – adapting to the resident, not rigid routines
- Spontaneous – creating opportunities for meaningful social interaction
- Supportive – expressing empathy and offering comfort
- Growing – open to learning and reflecting on your own practice
- Positive & Inspiring – making a genuine difference to residents' lives
Requirements
- Minimum QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (or equivalent)
- Previous care experience desirable but not essential
- Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team
- Patience, compassion, and commitment to person-centred care
What We Offer
- Ongoing Training & Development
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free On-site Parking
- Meals on Duty
- Bike to Work Scheme / Tax Saver
- Staff Discounts (including pharmacies and partner schemes)
- Staff Accommodation Support
Affordable staff accommodation is available
Send your CV to jobs@euworkforce.ie