Healthcare Assistant (Home Support Worker)

Komfort Kare; Kilcullen; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly pay

Mileage allowance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Flexible rosters

Ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programme

Dedicated support team

Job summary

Komfort Kare is hiring Home Support Workers to deliver compassionate home-based care in Kildare. Join a team with over 20 years’ experience and provide essential support to clients in their own homes.

This role requires QQI Level 5 in Healthcare (or equivalent) and good English. Garda vetting, medical clearance, and HSELand training are part of the onboarding. Competitive hourly rates and flexible rosters help work-life balance.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent.
• Care Skills and Care of the Elderly modules completed (mandatory).
• Full driver’s licence (preferred) and access to transport.
• Good level of English (spoken and written).
• Eligible to work in Ireland with appropriate documentation (visas, work permits).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care in clients' homes (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Support daily living activities and promote independence.
• Assist with meal preparation and nutrition.
• Help clients with mobility and reduce fall risks.
• Carry out light housekeeping duties (cleaning, laundry).
• Conduct basic health checks (training provided).
• Assist with medication management as per care plans.
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns.
• Communicate effectively with families and healthcare teams.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

English (spoken & written)

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent

Job description

Komfort Kare

Ref: #JOB-2459762

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Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

We are looking for Healthcare Assistants for home support work in Kildare. Join Our Compassionate Care Team. Komfort Kare is a leading homecare provider in Ireland with over 20 years’ experience delivering high-quality, person-centred care. We are currently recruiting Home Support Workers to provide essential support to clients in their own homes. If you are compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Komfort Kare?

• Competitive hourly rates (based on experience)
• Enhanced pay for weekends & bank holidays
• Weekly pay & mileage allowance
• Pension scheme & private medical insurance
• Flexible rosters with work-life balance
• Ongoing training & career progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Dedicated support team

Your Role as a Home Support Worker

As a valued member of our care team, you will support clients to live independently and safely in their own homes while maintaining their dignity and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting)
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Support daily living activities and promote independence
• Assist with meal preparation and nutrition
• Help clients with mobility and reduce fall risks
• Perform light housekeeping duties (cleaning, laundry)
• Carry out basic health checks (training provided)
• Support with medication management (as per care plans)
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns
• Communicate effectively with families and healthcare teams

What We’re Looking For

Essential Requirements

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent (or working towards)
• Minimum Care Skills and Care of the Elderly modules completed (mandatory)
• Full driver’s licence (preferred) and access to transport
• Good level of English (spoken and written)
• Must be eligible to work in Ireland, currently resident in Ireland, and hold the approriate documentation (visas, work permits)

Compliance & Training

• Submit a Garda Vetting (no crminal convictions)
• Provide medical certificate (Fit to Work)
• Completion of required HSELand certifications
• Manual Handling & Induction training (provided by Komfort Kare)

Key Skills & Attributes

• Person-centred approach to care
• Compassionate, patient and empathetic approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible, reliable and organised

Working Hours

• Full-Time: Approx. 40 hours per week
• Part-Time: Approx. 20 hours per week
• Includes alternate weekends

Recruitment Process

• Interview
• Pre-screening clearance
• Job offer
• Garda vetting
• Compliance checks
• Training & induction

Sector

• human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Entry Level

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme) OR Healthcare, Nursing, Psychology

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Flexibility, Problem Solving, Time Management, Working on own Initiative
• Driving Licence: Full A A1
• Languages: Irish C2-Master (Fluent)