Regional Care Assistant

Regional Care Assistant at Healthcare Ireland Group

We do not offer sponsorship for this role - if you require sponsorship your application will be automatically declined. Please consider this carefully before applying - no exceptions.

Overview

Are you passionate with a caring nature? Do you have the skills to work across multiple sites? Do you have access to a car and a full UK driving licence?

The Home

This is a regional post requiring travel around different Healthcare Ireland homes within a region, covering various categories of care.

The Role

Care Assistants at Healthcare Ireland play a pivotal role in the day‑to‑day operations of our homes, providing essential support and assistance to residents to ensure their wellbeing and comfort. They deliver personalised care, help with activities of daily living, provide emotional support and companionship, and advocate for residents’ rights and preferences. They collaborate with nurses, wellbeing teams, families and external healthcare professionals to ensure holistic, person‑centred care.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with care plans, tasks and activities to support the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents
• Participate in activities, motivating and supporting residents to get involved
• Assist residents with eating, drinking, washing, dressing and toilet use
• Assess and observe the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents, recognising changes and reporting as necessary in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records, communicating effectively with residents and their families
• Provide care in a safe environment through participation in learning and development programmes

The Benefits

• Attractive hourly rate
• Chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
• Weekly pay
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values‑led culture
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Access to NI fee paid for
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Free parking

Required Criteria

• A good standard of written and oral English
• The right to work in the UK
• Be NISCC registered or eligible to register
• Must be able to travel: driving licence and access to vehicle required
• Minimum of 6 months previous experience in health and social care

Desired Criteria

• Educated to NVQ 2 level

About the Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first‑class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value‑for‑money services, and our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Benefits

• Retirement plan and/or pension
• Employee development programs
• Free parking
• Competitive salary
• Social opportunities
• Employee recognition scheme
• Culture of recognition
• On‑the‑job learning

Salary

£14.00 per hour