Healthcare Assistant required – Dungarvan, Co.Waterford
Location: Dungarvan, County Waterford, Ireland
Company: Bitrecruit
Client / Employer: Occupop
Posted: 20.05.2026
Job reference: 32cc9bfe5b26461f5abe9731b5069d63
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.
Benefits
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
Your 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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