Healthcare Assistant – Sligo
Employer: Irish HomeCare
Location: Sligo, County Sligo
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time
Work Arrangement: On the Road (Community Based)
Interview Date: 23 February 2026, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (In-Person)
Job Overview
This Healthcare Assistant Sligo opportunity with Irish HomeCare offers a rewarding career supporting individuals in their own homes. With over 50 Carer roles available, this is an excellent opportunity to begin or advance your career in home care while earning as you learn.
Whether you are experienced in dementia care or completely new to care work, full training and support are provided. You’ll gain a recognised qualification while working locally and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care support to clients in their homes
- Deliver high-quality dementia care services
- Assist with palliative care where required
- Offer companionship and emotional support
- Support clients with daily living activities
- Maintain accurate care records
- Adhere to care plans and company policies
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Fluent English (essential)
- Must be currently living in the Sligo area
- Full driving licence and access to own vehicle
- Availability for mornings, afternoons, evenings and alternate weekends
- Authorised to work in Ireland
- Dementia care experience desirable but not essential
- No previous care experience required – full training provided
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Competitive hourly rates
- Paid travel time
- Paid mileage (in addition to travel time pay)
- Christmas bonus
- Free induction and manual handling training
- Earn As You Learn Scheme – City & Guilds Diploma in Health and Social Care (QQI Level 5 equivalent)
- Shadowing support for new carers
- Career progression opportunities
- Enhanced pay rates for fully qualified carers
- Flexible shifts – part-time and full-time available
- Weekend availability and evening shifts required
Location & Employer Information
Irish HomeCare delivers high-quality community-based care services across Ireland. This Healthcare Assistant Sligo role involves working in clients’ homes throughout the Sligo region.
Interview Location:
Irish HomeCare, Unit 11, Block E, Airport Road, Strandhill, Sligo, F91 VY92
Interview Details:
Monday 23 February 2026
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Free onsite parking available.
Please ring the doorbell upon arrival.
What to Bring
- Proof of Address
- Proof of ID (Driving Licence or Passport)
Application Details
Apply directly via the official listing below:
Apply Here – Irish HomeCare Healthcare Assistant Sligo
Interview Type: In-person hiring event
Application Deadline: 22 February 2026, 11:59 PM
Last Day to Apply: 22 February 2026, 11:59 PM
