Healthcare Assistant - Castlebar

Ranked 2nd in The Irish Independent “Ireland's Best Employer 2025” list,we would like to invite applications from committed and caring Healthcare Assistants (Personal Assistants) who are interested in joining our team in the below location in Mayo:

Castlebar

The position on offer is 10 hours per week (potential for extra relief hours depending on your availability), 1 year Fixed Term contract

Availability required weekends and some evenings

What we Offer

*The current pay scale is subject to a 2% salary rate increase in 2026, aligning with the recent WRC interim agreement aimed at enhancing pay adjustments within Section 39 organizations.

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Salary range for this position is €16.21- €18.03 per hour depending on experience

Before 8am and after 8pm - from €20.26 to €22.54 per hour

Sunday - from €24.32 to €27.05 per hour

Public Holidays - from €32.42 to €36.06 per hou

Paid inter-client mileage

Sick pay scheme

Maternity and paternity pay scheme

Excellent working conditions

Holiday pay at a rate of 8% of hours worked.

PRSA Pension scheme available

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

A commitment to the on-going training and development of all employees

.Overall Purpose of Job

The purpose of the role is to enable the Members to achieve maximum independence in all aspects of daily living, by providing assistance in one or more of the following areas: personal care, domestic assistance, social and educational assistance, travel and companionship.

Role takes place in the homes and communities of our Members

Liaison

There are several key relationships, which should be fostered and developed for the successful implementation of this role. Liaise and coordinate with other identified Home carers as required and maintain close communication with the ALS Coordinator / Scheduling staff

Training and Qualifications, required

Full Major Award at QQI Level 5 in either Community & Health Services, Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support or other relevant qualification and a commitment to complete the major award.

Experience of working with people in a caring role (essential)

Be reliable, trustworthy, and always maintain confidentiality 

Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English

Full driving licence with access to own vehicle (essential)

Behaviours

Person centred approach

An ability to build strong relationships

Strong customer service focus

Flexible approach to work

High level of confidentiality

Competencies

Communicating and Influencing

Motivating and Empowering

Planning and Organising

Quality and Customer Focus and Accountability

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment and would encourage all qualified candidates to apply

Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.