Support people to live independently at home
Join Dovida’s South Dublin team as a Healthcare Assistant and make a real difference in your
local community.
Earn €14.45–€18.00 per hour and paid travel allowance between clients. We provide comprehensive training, QQI opportunities and flexible part-time and full-time work across Rathfarnham, Nutgrove, Ballinteer, Churchtown, Knocklyon and the D6W, D12, D14, D16 and D24 areas.
Previous care experience is not required. Whether you are returning to work, studying or
starting a new career, we would love to hear from you.
Pay and hours
- €14.45–€18.00 per hour
- Paid travel allowance between clients
- Minimum availability of 15 hours per week
- Flexible part-time hours, with 20–25-hour contracts where available
- Full-time contracts of 35+ hours where available
- Regular clients after training and onboarding
- Evening and weekend availability valued
Benefits
- Classroom, online and shadow training
- QQI qualification opportunities and career progression
- Ongoing support from the local office team
- General Work Permit support for eligible employees
- Employee Assistance Programme, referral bonus and recognition awards
- Free PPE, social events and Bike to Work Scheme
What you’ll do
You will support clients to remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes by:
- Providing personal care and support with daily living
- Preparing meals and providing light household support
- Promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing
- Following care plans and recording care provided
- Recognising and reporting risks or concerns
- Building positive relationships with clients and families
- Travelling between local client visits
Must-haves
- Caring, reliable and respectful approach
- Availability for at least 15 hours per week
- Right to work in Ireland
- Effective spoken and written English
- Willingness to complete mandatory training, including QQI modules
Full training is provided; previous care experience is not required.
Desirable
- Previous care experience
- QQI qualification, or currently working towards one
- Own transport, such as a car, scooter or bicycle
- Evening and weekend availability
Apply today
Please include your preferred working areas, weekly availability and any previous care
experience. The process includes an application review, phone screening, interview, Garda
Vetting, onboarding, training and shadowing.
Join Dovida and help people live safely and independently at home.
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