Healthcare Assistant

3 X 12 hr shifts(between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm) Your Benefits :
Enhanced Bank Holiday Rate Access to Employee Mental Health Support Line Paid training and induction Free on-site parking Free Uniform Company Pension

Closing Date:
Friday 9th January 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close this advertisement early. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We are looking to recruit a Full Time Healthcare Assistant to join our Aughnacloy Team. The successful applicant will be employed 3 days per week. The shifts are 12 hours long between 8am and 8pm.

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

You will work as a trained multi-skilled member providing various aspects of care to elderly residents. Training will be provided.

The Healthcare Assistant may be required to work in any department of the Home as stated below:

• Personal Care Assist with all daily living activities, for example, washing, dressing, toileting/incontinence and assisting with mealtimes.
• Follow guidelines for safe movement of clients, using appropriate equipment where necessary.
• Laundry Washing, drying and ironing duties
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
• Complete all paperwork accurately.
• Communicate regularly with the line manager.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as laid down by the company.
• Obtain NISCC registration before employment and maintain during employment.
• Adhere to the NISCC Codes of Practice.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines.
• Ensure the confidentiality of residents, colleagues and the company at all times.
• Work as part of a team.
• Provide a quality service at all times.

Whilst the above is an outline of the duties you will be required to carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required.

• 1 years’ experience in Personal Care
• Personal care experience within a Nursing Home or similar environment
• Kitchen or laundry experience in work or a voluntary setting
• Studying for or attained a care related qualification.
• Be registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)

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We are an equal opportunities employer.

Please note:Applicants within the last 6 months need not re-apply.

We operate a no Smoking Policy.

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