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Senior Healthcare Assistant

RecruitNet


Job Location:

Dublin - Ireland

Yearly Salary: € 32691 - 32691
Posted: 23 September 2026 (7 hours ago)
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 South Dublin.

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