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Senior Healthcare Assistant

RecruitNet


Job Location:

Carlow - Ireland

Yearly Salary: € 30000 - 30000
Posted: 23 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 21 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals Nursing Homes Home care and Community care.

We are seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant dedicated candidate to join our team in providing personalized care and support to individuals living with dementia in our Nursing Home based in Co Carlow.

Permanent Full-time . 39 Hours Per Week

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to and enhance the quality of activities and events for Residents.

  • Supervise and support the training and development of Healthcare Assistants.

  • Assist with staff appraisals and performance reviews as requested.

  • Liaise with the Unit PIC and CNM to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for new Residents.

  • Help new Residents feel welcomed comfortable secure and supported.

  • Ensure the highest standard of care is provided by Healthcare Assistants to assigned Residents.

  • Participate in delegated duties involving direct Resident care and activities of daily living.

  • Assist Residents with personal care including washing toileting dressing and undressing.

  • Support Residents during dining social activities conversations and communication.

  • Support nursing staff with the organisation and day-to-day allocation of work



Requirements
  • QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent
  • Excellent track record as a high performing Healthcare worker
  • Elder care experience. (2 years experience)
  • Ability to motivate supervise and inspire colleagues.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent personal care abilities


Benefits
  • General Employment Permit sponsorship available

  • Highly competitive remuneration package

  • Excellent career advancement opportunities

  • Opportunities across multiple sites and locations

  • Critical Illness Cover

  • Income Protection Scheme




Required Skills:

QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent Excellent track record as a high performing Healthcare worker Elder care experience. (2 years experience) Ability to motivate supervise and inspire colleagues. Excellent communication skills Excellent personal care abilities