Reference: DSETHCA26
Category: Patient and Client Care
Grade: Health Care Assistant (Grade Code 6075)
Contract Type: If and When (Hours as Required)
Location: Tipperary University Hospital, South Tipperary
Health Region: HSE Dublin and South East
Job Overview
The Health Care Assistant Staff Bank at Tipperary University Hospital offers flexible working opportunities within the HSE Dublin and South East region. This role supports nursing and multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care across acute healthcare settings.
This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Health Care Assistants seeking flexible hours under an “If and When” contract arrangement through Staff Bank.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal care needs including washing, dressing and mobility support
- Support nursing staff in the delivery of safe, effective patient care
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to appropriate clinical staff
- Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable care environment
- Assist with patient transfers and use of mobility aids
- Ensure accurate documentation in line with HSE policies and procedures
- Adhere to infection prevention and control standards
- Promote dignity, respect and person-centred care at all times
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support or equivalent
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting desirable
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Flexibility to work across shifts as required
- Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary aligned with HSE Health Care Assistant Grade 6075 pay scale
- Public sector terms and conditions
- Flexible “Hours as Required” contract via Staff Bank
- Opportunities to gain valuable acute hospital experience
- Access to HSE training and development supports
Location & Employer Information
This position is based at Tipperary University Hospital (Ospidéal Ginearálta Naomh Lúcáis) in South Tipperary and forms part of the HSE Dublin and South East region.
The region was established under the Sláintecare programme and brings together acute and community healthcare services across South Dublin, Wicklow, Wexford, Waterford, Carlow, Kilkenny and South Tipperary, serving a population of over 971,000 people.
This is an external advertisement open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted online via the official recruitment portal:
For informal enquiries, contact:
Gillian Foster, CNM3 Staff Bank Manager
Email: staffbank@hse.ie
Proposed Interview Date: Virtual interviews week beginning 6 April 2026 (additional dates to be confirmed).
Last Day to Apply: 20 March 2026, 12:00 PM
