Healthcare Assistant
- Salary
- From €15.38 / hour
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Private
- Closes
- 28 Sept 2026
About the Role
With over 20 years of experience in the Nursing Homes Sector, the CareChoice Team is focused on transitioning CareChoice to become the most trusted and respected Nursing Home brand in Ireland. We are now looking for Full-time/Part-time Healthcare Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment whilst working with an experienced team of Healthcare Professionals in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Supporting the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to our residents
- Ensuring residents hygiene/personal care needs are maintained to the highest standards while maintaining the resident’s dignity at all time
- Assisting residents with eating and drinking in line with their nutrition needs
- Assisting residents with mobilizing as appropriate and using correct aids
- Escorting or/and transfer residents as directed by the Nursing staff
- Assisting in End-of-Life Care
- Any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management.
Requirements
- QQI Level 5 in Healthcare/Relevant healthcare qualification (or working towards).
- Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
- Excellent communication skills and a warm, caring attitude.
- Have a good level of English language skills
- Availability to work varied shift patterns days, nights & weekends, across Monday to Sunday.
Details
Location: Cork
Sector: private sector
Salary: €15 per hour
Closing date: 28 Sept 2026
Frequently asked
- What qualifications do I need to apply for this role?
- You need a QQI Level 5 in Healthcare/Relevant healthcare qualification (or working towards).
- What are the duties of a Healthcare Assistant at Carechoice?
- Duties include supporting nursing staff, maintaining residents' hygiene, assisting with eating and drinking, mobilizing residents, escorting or transferring residents, assisting in end-of-life care, and any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- You must be available to work varied shift patterns, including days, nights, and weekends, across Monday to Sunday.