About This Role

We are recruiting an experienced and compassionate Care Assistant on behalf of our client, a well-established, family-run business. This is a rewarding opportunity to support elderly clients with their daily needs, helping them live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Personal Care – Supporting clients with bathing, washing, dressing, and toileting
  • Health & Medication – Managing daily medication schedules, keeping accurate records, taking vital signs, and supporting rehabilitation exercises
  • Meals & Nutrition – Preparing healthy meals and helping clients stay well-hydrated
  • Home Care – Light housekeeping, dishes, and fresh bedsheets to keep the home safe and comfortable
  • Mobility Support – Helping clients move safely, use mobility aids, and enjoy gentle walks
  • Companionship – Chatting, playing games, and accompanying clients to appointments

What We're Looking For

  • Empathy – Genuine care and the ability to build real trust with clients
  • Communication – Clear, patient explanations and good listening, including reading non-verbal cues
  • Patience & Flexibility – Staying calm when routines change or a client is having a difficult day
  • Observational Skills – Noticing small changes that could signal a health concern, and knowing when to flag it
  • Physical Stamina – Comfortable with the physical demands of lifting, transferring, and assisting clients throughout the day
  • A relevant Level 5 QQI qualification (or equivalent) is required, or must be obtained within two years of starting the role.

Benefits

Our client fosters a genuine team spirit, where colleagues support one another and every role matters. Duties may occasionally vary to meet changing business needs, with advance notice always given.

Location
Dublin
Job Type
Permanent
Salary
€36,605 per annum
Sector
Healthcare
Posted
16 July 2026
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