Job Title
Healthcare Assistant – Rathmena House, Ballyclare
Location and Salary
Location: Rathmena House, Ballyclare
Hourly Rate: £12.81 per hour
Contract Type
Part-time – 24 hours per week
Shifts
Nights – 8pm to 8am between Monday to Sunday
Annual Leave
5.6 weeks pro rota
Your Benefits
- Great Pay – £12.81 per hour
- Enhanced Bank Holiday Rate
- Access to Employee Mental Health Support Line
- Paid training and induction
- Free on-site parking
- Free Uniform
- Company Pension
Closing Date
Friday 25th September 2026
Overview
We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Rathmena team on a part‑time contract, working 2 X 12 hour night shifts per week. The shifts are night shift 8pm to 8am between Monday to Sunday.
Duties
- Personal Care Assist with all daily living activities, for example, washing, dressing, toileting/incontinence and assisting with mealtimes.
- Follow guidelines for safe movement of clients, using appropriate equipment where necessary.
- Kitchen All relevant kitchen-related duties including basic meal
- Record food/equipment temperatures.
- Laundry Washing, drying and ironing duties.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
- Complete all paperwork accurately.
- Communicate regularly with the line manager.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures as laid down by the company.
- Obtain NISCC registration before employment and maintain during employment.
- Adhere to the NISCC Codes of Practice.
- Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines.
- Ensure the confidentiality of clients, colleagues and the company at all times.
- Work as part of a team.
- Provide a quality service at all times.
Essential Criteria
- No experience necessary
Desirable Criteria
- Be registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
- Experience within a paid Nursing Home or similar environment to include personal care experience
Equal Opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Other Information
The Company Operates a No Smoking Policy.
A satisfactory enhanced AccessNI check will be required for this post. The Optimum Care Group of companies has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department. If successful please be aware that we have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. Our Policy states that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to fully and accurately disclose all criminal convictions will lead to the withdrawal of the offer.
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Healthcare Assistant – Nights in Ballyclare employer: Optimum Care Group
Optimum Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With comprehensive training, a generous benefits package including a £500 joining bonus, and opportunities for career progression, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals in the Ards & Comber area. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a positive environment for both personal and professional development.
