Healthcare Assistant - Tuam
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Job Description- 271125793457;-9.05152797698975;Dockgate , Merchants Road , Galway , Co. Galway , H91 P6CF
Location: Tuam, Co Galway
About the Role:Irish HomeCare is seeking qualified and experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in Tuam, Successful candidates will be responsible for providing home care services to our clients in the local community.
Key Responsibilities: Provide personal, non-medical care and assistance to clients in their own homes
Assist with clients’ physical, nutritional and social needs as laid out in their Care Plan.These duties may include providing personal care (e.g., washing, dressing, assisting with continence care), mobilising, assistance with feeding, meal preparation, light housekeeping, etc.
Requirements: A major award in Health or Social Care or equivalent (Qualified to Level 5 on the QQI Framework)
Previous care or healthcare experienceA general understanding of geriatric health and mobility issues
Strong verbal communication skills and good command of spoken and written English
A full Irish (or Irish recognised) Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is essential
Hours of Work: 39 hours per week
Must be available to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons and evenings (including weekends and bank holidays)
Salary: €32,691 per annum
Benefits:
Refer a Friend schemeChristmas Bonus
ToPlease submit your application to jobs@irishhomecare.ie by 5pm on 12th July 2026
- Sector:
- Experienced [Non-Managerial]
Candidate Requirements
Essential- Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
- Minimum Qualification:Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme)
QQI Level 5 Health or Social Care
- Specialising In: geriatric health
- Driving Licence: Full B
- Ability Skills:Interpersonal Skills, Personal/Social Care
- Competency Skills:Teamwork, Time Management