Now Hiring: Healthcare Assistant (Home Care) – Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny
Thomastown, County Kilkenny, Ireland Company: Bitrecruit Client / Employer: Occupop
Posted: 20.05.2026
Job Information
Location: Thomastown, County Kilkenny, Ireland
Job reference: 422c5ae4af14e9a0f0d0dfa711daab38
Listing type: Basic
EU work permit required: No
Role of the Care Assistant
A Care Assistant's primary purpose is to deliver personal care and assistance to a client in their own home. Care Assistants are responsible for the implementation of the requirements of the clients care plan, performing identified care duties and promoting client comfort, dignity and wellbeing.
enhanced pay rate for experience and qualification €15.30 - €16.35
10 hours Paid Training.
Employee Wellness Program.
Probation Bonus.
Retention Bonus.
Travel Expenses.
PPE Supplied.
In House Training.
Out of hours support.
Paid Garda Vetting.
Refer a friend Scheme.
Uniform Supplied.
Work and Learn Scheme.
Flexible payment options.
Full and part time hours.
Attractive salary and employee benefits.
Main Responsibilities
Assisting the client in their daily activities;
Paying due care and attention to all aspects of care duties carried out on behalf of the client;
Providing a high standard of care, in compliance with Bluebird Care Policies.
Qualifications / Experience Required
Care Assistants must have either obtained QQI approved Level 5 Modules Care of the Older Person and Care Skills/Healthcare Support; or have a minimum of one-year experience caring for others and be willing to undertake the two qualification modules outlined above.
Qualities and Characteristics
The essential qualities of a Care Assistant include having genuine compassion for others, and the ability to consistently demonstrate kindness, empathy and patience. Being a good communicator, with the ability to build a rapport with others is also key!
Employment Types Available
Full and part time hours are available, dependent on your availability.
Working hours are flexible.
We offer an attractive salary and employee benefits.
Contact us today if you would like to hear more about working with Bluebird Care!
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