Senior Homecare Assistant – Team Lead South Kildare areas
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- Kildare
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Recognised as a Great Place to Work® – join a supportive organisation that values your well-being and career development
- €17 per hour (with premium rates for Sundays and Bank Holidays)
- Guaranteed hours contract (minimum 35 hours per week)
- €250 joining bonus scheme
- Fortnightly payroll
- Refer a Friend bonus of €150
- Health Insurance Discount Scheme
- Free uniform and full PPE provided, including protective waterproof clothing (up to €50 value)
- Ongoing support from a friendly and respectful Care Manager, with additional support from our Nurse Management Team
- Free ongoing training and professional development
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, advice, and a wellness app
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Incremental pay increase after 1 year of service
- Annual leave 4 weeks
- Supporting new clients by providing initial care visits and helping to implement new homecare packages
- Ensuring care plans are suitable, personalised, and delivered to the highest standard
- Providing rapid-response cover for carers during sick leave or annual leave when required
- Mentoring and supporting new Homecare Assistants through shadowing and guidance
- Assisting with the administration of client files in the client’s home
- Supporting the team with PPE collection and distribution
- Carrying out additional duties where required in line with business needs
- Essential Requirements
- Full, clean driving licence
- Availability to work a 3-day week one week (Wednesday–Friday) and a 4-day week the following week (Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday)
- Minimum QQI Level 5 in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person
- At least 1 year of homecare experience
- Fluent English and full permission to work in Ireland
- A compassionate, reliable, and professional approach to care