Healthcare Assistant

Number of Positions: 1

Hours of Work: 42 hours per week / 84 hours per fortnight

Minimum Annual Remuneration: €35,210 per annum

Start Date: On or after 1st December 2026

About Inclusive Living

Inclusive Living provides residential support to adults with complex needs, including intellectual and physical disabilities, autism and acquired brain injuries. Our service is rights-based, neuroaffirmative and trauma-informed. We promote independence, protect individuals and uphold integrity through safe, respectful and person-centred support.

Job Description

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our adult disability residential services in Galway. The successful candidates will support adults with complex needs in a safe, respectful and empowering residential environment, helping each person to take part in daily routines, community life and activities that reflect their individual interests, abilities and choices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The role includes supporting residents with daily living, personal care, meals, routines and community participation; promoting dignity, privacy, independence and personal choice; assisting with person-centred plans, care plans, risk assessments and communication supports; encouraging positive routines, social inclusion and meaningful activity; attending appointments where required; contributing to reviews and meetings; building positive professional relationships with residents, families, colleagues and external professionals; reporting concerns or changes in wellbeing; maintaining accurate records; and following all safeguarding, health and safety, infection prevention, medication management and confidentiality procedures.

Skills and Competencies Required

Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience supporting vulnerable individuals; promote person-centred care, dignity, respect and independence; communicate clearly and professionally; work effectively as part of a team; build positive relationships; remain calm and resilient in a busy care environment; follow policies, procedures and care plans; work independently when required; and use relevant IT systems for records and communication.

Qualifications and Experience Required

Candidates must have a QQI/FETAC Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support, Social Care or a related field, or an equivalent or higher qualification. Previous experience in healthcare, disability services, residential care or social care is desirable. A full driving licence is desirable but not essential.

The successful candidates will be required to complete Garda vetting and any required pre-employment checks before commencement.