Home Care Assistant — Enable Independence & Dignity

Comfort Keepers; Ennis; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

QQI Level 5 training

Uniform provided

Garda vetting

Mileage reimbursement

24/7 on-call support

Career progression

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Comfort Keepers is seeking a Healthcare Assistant/Carer to support clients in Ballyvaughan and the surrounding area. You will deliver personal care, assist with daily activities and travel between client visits in your local area, ensuring dignity and independence at home.

The role offers full-time or part-time positions with paid mileage, training (QQI Level 5) and a structured induction, plus ongoing support from a local management team to help you grow into future roles.

Qualifications

• EU/EEA citizenship or unrestricted right to work in Ireland is required.
• Right to work in Ireland and the EU; no visa sponsorship available.
• Driving licence not required but beneficial.
• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support desirable; if not held, support to complete it.

Responsibilities

• Delivering personal care including mobility assistance, dressing, and continence care with dignity and respect.
• Assisting with meal preparation and light housekeeping.
• Providing medication prompts and maintaining accurate records.
• Travel between client visits within your local area using your own vehicle (mileage reimbursed).
• Observe client wellbeing and escalate concerns to local management.
• Build a professional, trusted relationship with the client and family.

Skills

Communications

Personal/Social Care

Flexibility

Time Management

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support (desirable)

No Qualification required

Job description

Comfort Keepers is seeking a Healthcare Assistant/Carer to support clients in Ballyvaughan and the surrounding area. You will deliver personal care, assist with daily activities and travel between client visits in your local area, ensuring dignity and independence at home.

The role offers full-time or part-time positions with paid mileage, training (QQI Level 5) and a structured induction, plus ongoing support from a local management team to help you grow into future roles.