Join Our Team at Bluebird Care - Ashbourne & The WardJob Title: Healthcare Assistant (HCA)Location: Ashbourne & The WardFulltime & Part time Positions AvailableTimes and hours: 4pm until 9pm (Wednesday to Sunday)7.30am until 18.30pm (Sat & Sundays)A driving licence is preferred & access to a vehicle is required. This is a home care role - You will be visiting and supporting clients in their own homes in The Ward area (15 mins from Blanchardstown & 5 minutes from Ashbourne)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.Pay & Benefits:€15.50 per hour for qualified and experienced carers (2 QQI Modules - Care Skills & Care Of Older Person)€17.60 per hour on SundaysDouble pay on Bank Holidays (€31.00 per hour)Bi-weekly payTravel payment between client visitsEmployee Perks:Employee Wellness ProgrammeFREE QQI Training: Care Skills & Care of the Older Person for those interested in a Career in Home CareFree Patient Moving & Manual Handling Training Provided24/7 support from our local Care Management TeamFlexible hours that work around your lifePositive team culture with regular staff events and celebrationsEmployee of the Month - €100 VoucherAnnual Loyalty Bonus - up to €250 (Part Time) / €500 (Full time), tax free and based on hours worked. Christmas gifts & festive raffleEmployee of the Year AwardsRefer a Friend Bonus - €500 for you + €500 for your referralBike to Work SchemeFree uniforms and PPEClear opportunities for career growth and promotionYour Role Will Include:Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)Hositing, Patient Moving & HandlingHelping with meals and feeding supportProviding companionship and emotional reassuranceLight housekeeping (tidying, laundry, etc.)Supporting clients with mobility and transfersAccurately following and documenting care plansEncouraging independence, dignity, and wellbeingWhat You'll Need:We welcome both new and experienced carers who have:QQI Level 5 modules in:Care Skills or Healthcare SupportCare of the Older PersonPatient Moving & Handling Certificate ( we can provide training)OR1+ year of care experience and a willingness to complete the two required modules (provided FREE by us)Good spoken and written EnglishA full, Irish driving licence an access to a vehicle is required. Legal right to work in Ireland - sponsorship not availableNo professional experience but eager to learn? Apply below. Ready to join our team?Apply directly to this advertThis is more than a job - it's a chance to bring dignity, independence, and joy to those who need it most.