Health Care Assistant in Dublin
- Salary
- €36,651–€45,939 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 30 Oct 2026
About the Role
Established in 1917, Leopardstown Park Hospital, located in the picturesque suburb of Foxrock in South County Dublin, has a unique heritage with a proud tradition of caring for ex-service personnel. With over 100 resident beds and 300 daycare clients per week, the hospital is a public voluntary hospital run by the Leopardstown Park Hospital Board and regulated by HIQA. It provides specialist older persons’ services, including residential care, rehabilitation, respite, day services, and supported living.
The Health Care Assistant (HCA) supports residents in achieving and maintaining their optimum level of independence, comfort, dignity and wellbeing. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, the HCA contributes to the delivery of safe, effective, person-centred care in accordance with HSE policies, HIQA Standards, safeguarding requirements and best practice in Older Persons Services.
Requirements
Candidates must have at the closing date for receipt of applications, hold one of the following:
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support; or
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Nursing Studies; or
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Community Care; or
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Service Skills; or
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Community Health Services; or
- An equivalent healthcare qualification recognised by the HSE.
A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.
Good standard of literacy and fluent English.
Details
Location: Leopardstown Park Hospital, Dublin 18
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: €36,651–€45,939 per year
Closing date: 30 Oct 2026
A panel may be formed from which permanent, temporary, specified purpose, full-time and part-time vacancies may be filled.
How to Apply
Informal enquiries may be directed to:
Ms Merlin Raji, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Email: [email protected]
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Health Care Assistant role?
- Candidates must hold one of the following: QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support; QQI Level 5 Major Award in Nursing Studies; QQI Level 5 Major Award in Community Care; QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Service Skills; QQI Level 5 Major Award in Community Health Services; or an equivalent healthcare qualification recognised by the HSE.
- What are the key duties of a Health Care Assistant at Leopardstown Park Hospital?
- The Health Care Assistant supports residents in achieving and maintaining their optimum level of independence, comfort, dignity and wellbeing. Duties include delivering person-centred care, assisting with activities of daily living, promoting and protecting residents' rights and wellbeing, and maintaining confidentiality.
- What is the salary range for this role?
- €36,651–€45,939 per year
- Where is the Health Care Assistant role located?
- Leopardstown Park Hospital, Dublin 18
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 30 Oct 2026