Healthcare Assistant - Kildare Town

Meaningful work, real support, and flexibility that fits your life.

At Bluebird Care, we’re reimagining home care across Ireland. With 25 nurse-led offices nationwide, we combine heart, professionalism, and innovation to deliver care that genuinely transforms lives. As a Healthcare Assistant with Bluebird Care, you’ll be backed by an exceptional team of Clinical Nurse Managers who offer hands-on guidance, mentoring, and support every step of the way.

We’re currently hiring dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants in Kildare Town. If you’re looking for a role where you’re valued, trusted, and supported—this is it.

What our Healthcare Assistants say:

“The support and guidance I receive from my Nurse Managers is second to none.”

“The sense of teamwork is amazing. It makes a real difference to my clients—and to me.”

Why Join Bluebird Care?

• Earn up to €20.20 per hour
• Travel expenses covered
• Competitive pay for both full and half-hour visits
• €250 bonus for successful referrals
• Flexible schedules to suit your availability
• Bi-weekly pay for consistency
• Free uniform provided
• Free Garda vetting and manual handling training
• Monthly recognition through our Carer Awards
• Ongoing career development opportunities
• Support with QQI registration, if required
• Access to our Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
• 24/7 nurse-led clinical support
• Bike to Work Scheme participation

Your Role

You’ll support clients in their own homes, helping with a variety of tasks that enable them to live with dignity and independence. Care is delivered with compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care, toileting, mobility, and meal preparation
• Supporting clients with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and high-dependency needs
• Medication supervision (as required)
• Light household tasks and occasional basic shopping
• Following each client’s personalised Care Plan
• Offering companionship and promoting social engagement
• Encouraging client independence wherever possible
• Communicating observations or concerns to the office team
• Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to health and safety protocols
• Accurately documenting care and incidents

What You’ll Need

• QQI Level 5 with at least two completed modules: Care Skills and Care of the Older Person
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting
• Clean Garda Vetting Certificate (and International Police Clearance, if applicable)
• Willingness to provide a fit to work certificate
• Full driving licence and access to your own transport
• Confident using Google Maps for travel
• A positive, reliable, and respectful approach
• Strong spoken and written English language skills
• Full eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland

If you're a caring professional who wants to be part of a team that truly values your contribution, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start making a real difference—one home at a time.

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