HSE Mid West is seeking applications for a permanent part-time Health Care Assistant Paediatrics role based in Limerick. This opportunity offers healthcare professionals the chance to support paediatric patient care within a busy and supportive clinical environment while contributing to high-quality healthcare services for children and families across the region.
This Health Care Assistant Paediatrics job in Limerick is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting focused on compassionate patient-centred care.
Job Overview
The successful candidate will work as part of the paediatric healthcare team supporting nursing staff and assisting in the delivery of daily patient care services. The role involves providing practical assistance, maintaining patient comfort and dignity, and supporting the overall smooth operation of paediatric care services within HSE Mid West.
This permanent part-time healthcare role in Limerick is ideal for candidates with strong communication skills, a caring approach, and a commitment to delivering safe and effective patient care in a paediatric setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care to paediatric patients
- Support children and families in maintaining comfort and wellbeing during treatment and care
- Assist with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and general patient support duties
- Maintain accurate patient observations and report concerns to clinical staff
- Ensure a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment
- Support infection prevention and control procedures within the healthcare setting
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Promote dignity, privacy, and respect for all patients and families
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant healthcare support qualification or equivalent experience
- Previous experience in a healthcare or patient care environment is desirable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Understanding of patient safety and infection control procedures
- Compassionate and professional approach to paediatric patient care
- Flexibility and ability to work in a busy clinical setting
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary: Competitive pay.
Contract Type: Permanent Part-time.
Benefits may include annual leave entitlements, public sector pension scheme access, training opportunities, and career development within HSE Mid West healthcare services.
Location & Employer Information
This Health Care Assistant Paediatrics position is based in Limerick within HSE Mid West healthcare services, supporting paediatric care delivery across the region. The successful candidate will join a healthcare environment committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services to children and families in Limerick, Clare, and Tipperary.
Employer: HSE Mid West
Website: https://hse.ie
Application Details
Applications for this Health Care Assistant Paediatrics job in Limerick must be submitted online through the official recruitment portal.
Date Posted: 14 May 2026
Closing Date: 29 May 2026 at 5:00 PM
Recruiter: HSE Mid West: Limerick, Tipperary and Clare
Advertisement Type: Open to all
Category: Patient and Client Care
Grade: Health Care Assistant 6075
