Posted 22 August, 2026
Rapid Responder / Driving Healthcare Assistant - Waterford CHO5
Right at Home Ireland
Gorey Y25 A8H2, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 2054179709
Rapid Responder / Driving Healthcare Assistant - Waterford CHO5
€16.50 per hour | Paid mileage | Weekly fuel card | Flexible shift work
Are you a qualified Healthcare Assistant with a full driving licence who enjoys variety, independence and working within your local community?
Right at Home is recruiting Rapid Responders / Driving Healthcare Assistants to support clients across Waterford and the CHO5 area.
This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys being on the move and making a real difference. You will travel between clients, provide high-quality care in their homes and support the wider care team when additional cover is needed.
You will use your own car to travel between clients, but you will not be required to transport clients in your vehicle.
What We Offer
Your Role Will Include
What You Will Need
Our Mission
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve.
This is more than a driving role. It is an opportunity to provide essential care, support local people and become part of a team that values the work you do.
Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer.
Apply today and join our Waterford CHO5 care team.
CH05
Department Care Team Role Assistants Locations Wexford, Waterford Office
€16.50 per hour | Paid mileage | Weekly fuel card | Flexible shift work
Are you a qualified Healthcare Assistant with a full driving licence who enjoys variety, independence and working within your local community?
Right at Home is recruiting Rapid Responders / Driving Healthcare Assistants to support clients across Waterford and the CHO5 area.
This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys being on the move and making a real difference. You will travel between clients, provide high-quality care in their homes and support the wider care team when additional cover is needed.
You will use your own car to travel between clients, but you will not be required to transport clients in your vehicle.
What We Offer
- €16.50 per hour
- Paid mileage between client visits
- Weekly fuel card
- Flexible shift-based work
- Ongoing training and career development
- Support from an experienced local office team
- Opportunities for progression within Right at Home
- A varied role where no two days are the same
- The opportunity to work within your local community
Your Role Will Include
- Providing personal care and companionship
- Supporting clients with meals and medication prompting
- Assisting with light household duties
- Travelling between clients throughout Waterford and the CHO5 area
- Covering scheduled calls and providing additional support when required
- Responding to gaps in care due to sickness, absence or changes in service needs
- Completing care records and reporting any concerns
- Supporting the Supervisor and wider care team when required
- Promoting clients' dignity, independence and wellbeing at all times
What You Will Need
- QQI Level 5 Care Skills and Care of the Older Person, or an equivalent qualification
- A full driving licence and access to your own car
- Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant
- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings and weekends
- A reliable, caring and professional approach
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and use your own initiative
- Full right to work in Ireland
- International Police Clearance where applicable
- Up-to-date Patient Moving & Handling certification, or willingness to complete training provided
Our Mission
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve.
This is more than a driving role. It is an opportunity to provide essential care, support local people and become part of a team that values the work you do.
Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer.
Apply today and join our Waterford CHO5 care team.
CH05
Department Care Team Role Assistants Locations Wexford, Waterford Office
