Overview
Job Title: Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Location: Oldcastle, Co. Meath
Employment type: Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available
Work type: This is a home care role. You will be visiting and supporting clients in their own homes across Oldcastle & Surrounding Areas.
Eligibility: NO VISA SPONSORSHIP; all applicants must have the legal right to work in Ireland.
Company: Bluebird Care Meath, part of Bluebird Care Dublin West & Meath
What is Home Care?
As a Home Care Assistant, you’ll support people in their own homes, helping them stay independent and live with dignity in their community. You are not based in a hospital or nursing home – you travel from home to home within your local area.
Responsibilities
* Personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
* Meal preparation and feeding support
* Companionship and emotional support
* Light household tasks (tidying, laundry, etc.)
* Supporting mobility and transfers
* Following and recording care plans accurately
* Promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing
Requirements
* QQI Level 5 Modules: Care Skills/Healthcare Support and Care of the Older Person OR
* 1+ year of care experience with willingness to complete the two modules (Bluebird Care provides these FREE of charge)
* Good spoken and written English
* Driving licence and access to a vehicle
* Must have legal right to work in Ireland – sponsorship is not available
Pay & Benefits
* Up to €15.00/hour for QQI qualified and experienced staff
* Up to €17.00/hour on Sundays
* Double Pay on Bank Holidays
* Biweekly pay
* Travel payment between clients
Employee Benefits
* FREE QQI Training: Care Skills & Care of the Older Person
* Free Manual Handling Training
* 24/7 support from the Care Management Team
* Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
* Positive working environment with celebrations throughout the year
* Employee of the Month - €50 Voucher
* Yearly Loyalty Bonus (Tax-free: €250 Part-Time / €500 Full-Time)
* Christmas Gifts & Raffle
* Employee of the Year Awards
* Refer a Friend Bonus - €500 for you + €500 for your referral
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Uniform & PPE provided free of charge
* Strong focus on internal promotion and professional development
Ready to join our team?
Apply today!
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