We're Hiring!! - Waterford Healthcare Assistants
Right at Home Ireland · Waterford, Ireland
Healthcare Assistants – Waterford & Surrounding AreasFull-Time & Part-Time Positions | Flexible Hours | €14.15–€17.00 Per Hour
Location: Waterford City and Surrounding Areas
Right at Home, one of Ireland's leading home care providers, is currently recruiting compassionate, reliable and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team across Waterford City and surrounding areas.
We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available, with flexible working hours to suit your availability.
At Right at Home, we believe in delivering high-quality, person-centred care that enables individuals to remain independent and comfortable in their own homes.
Benefits- Competitive hourly rates of €14.15–€17.00, depending on experience
- Mileage allowance for travel between clients
- Weekend shift premiums available
- Full-time and part-time flexible working hours
- Comprehensive training and ongoing development
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Career progression opportunities – we love to promote from within!
- Dedicated support from our local Waterford team
Key Responsibilities- Assist clients with personal care, including washing, dressing and daily living activities.
- Support clients with practical tasks such as light household duties, meal preparation and shopping.
- Provide mobility assistance and support clients attending appointments and community activities.
- Encourage independence, companionship and social engagement.
- Ensure clients' dignity, privacy, choices and independence are respected at all times.
- Monitor client wellbeing and report any concerns to the appropriate care management or clinical team.
- Maintain accurate care records and follow individual care plans.
- Deliver compassionate, person-centred care in line with Right at Home's policies and standards.
Requirements- QQI Level 5: A minimum of two Healthcare modules, including Care Skills and Care of the Older Person, or currently studying towards these qualifications.
- Experience: At least 12 months' experience in a healthcare or homecare setting (Desirable).
- Training: Up-to-date Patient Moving and Handling certification (Desirable – training can be provided).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, trustworthy and committed to delivering high standards of care.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and follow health and safety procedures.
- A genuine passion for supporting people and making a positive difference in their lives.
Our PART ValuesAt Right at Home, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people, and our PART values guide how we support our clients, colleagues and communities.
- P – Personable: Building genuine relationships through kindness, compassion and a personal approach to care.
- A – Authentic: Being honest, trustworthy and true to ourselves while treating everyone with dignity and respect.
- R – Real: Being approachable, dependable and genuine in everything we do.
- T – Thrive: Supporting our clients to live fulfilling, independent lives while encouraging our team members to grow, develop and succeed.
We're looking for Healthcare Assistants who share these values and want to make a meaningful difference every day.
Why Join Right at Home?Our mission is to improve the quality of life of those we serve.
At Right at Home, our Healthcare Assistants are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing exceptional care while ensuring our team members feel valued, supported and encouraged to develop their careers.
Whether you're an experienced Healthcare Assistant looking for a new opportunity or hoping to progress within the homecare sector, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Right at Home Waterford team!
Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer. All applications will be treated confidentially and in accordance with GDPR requirements.
CH5