Áras Mhic Dara Community Nursing Unit in Carraroe, Co Galway is seeking applications for permanent whole-time Multi Task Attendant positions within Older People Services under HSE West and North West. This opportunity offers candidates the chance to support service users in a compassionate healthcare environment focused on dignity, wellbeing, and quality care.
The Multi Task Attendant role plays an important part in maintaining a safe, supportive, and comfortable setting for residents while contributing to the smooth daily operation of the Community Nursing Unit. Candidates with previous healthcare support experience and strong communication skills are encouraged to apply.
Reference: CHW65MTA26
Job Overview
This permanent healthcare support opportunity in Galway is based at Áras Mhic Dara Community Nursing Unit, Carraroe, within HSE Older People Services. Successful candidates will provide practical support and assistance to residents and healthcare teams while helping maintain a high standard of care and daily living services.
The role is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and offers stable long-term employment within the public healthcare sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in supporting residents with daily care needs in a respectful and professional manner
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the healthcare environment
- Support nursing and healthcare staff in delivering quality resident care
- Assist with meal distribution and general ward or unit duties
- Promote resident comfort, dignity, and wellbeing at all times
- Follow HSE health and safety procedures and infection prevention protocols
- Provide assistance across various operational tasks within the nursing unit
- Maintain effective communication with colleagues, residents, and visitors
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a healthcare setting such as a hospital, residential facility, community setting, or nursing home
- Experience providing direct care or support to service users
- Competent level of spoken and written English
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to delivering high standards of patient and resident care
- Flexibility and reliability in a busy healthcare environment
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary for this Multi Task Attendant job in Galway will be aligned with HSE pay scales for Grade Attendant – Multi-Task 6015 positions. Employees will benefit from permanent public sector employment, annual leave entitlements, pension benefits, and access to HSE training and development opportunities.
Contract Type: Permanent Whole-Time
Advertisement Type: Open to all applicants
Location & Employer Information
This healthcare support role is based at Áras Mhic Dara Community Nursing Unit in Carraroe, Co Galway, serving Older People Services within HSE West and North West. The unit provides essential residential care services for older persons in the region, supporting residents in a professional and person-centred environment.
Employer: HSE West and North West
Health Region: HSE West and North West
County: Galway
Application Details
Applications for this Multi Task Attendant job in Galway must be submitted via Rezoomo only.
CVs will not be accepted.
Informal Enquiries:
Bernadette Ni Shuilleabhain
Email: bernadette.nishuilleabhain@hse.ie
Tel: 091 595204
Date Posted: 25 May 2026
Recruiter: HSE West and North West: Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, and Galway
Source: HSE
