Home Care Support Worker

Company Details Confidential; Kildare; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Care Ltd T/A Comfort Homecare is recruiting Home Care Support Workers to deliver personal care and practical support to clients in their own homes, primarily across Co. Kildare.

Based at Main Street, Clane, Co. Kildare, the role is permanent, full‑time (40 hours/week) with a salary of €33,530 per annum. Applicants must hold essential certificates, Garda Vetting and a valid driver’s licence to join our client‑focused team.

Qualifications

• Essential caregiving-related skills and compassion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage time and tasks effectively.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Must hold Level 5 or equivalent healthcare qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Assist clients with meals and hydration.
• Offer companionship and social engagement.
• Maintain accurate care notes and records.
• Follow safeguarding and infection control policies.

Skills

Communications

Customer Service

Decision Making

Management

Time Management

Initiative

Education

Level 5 QQI / Leaving Certificate

Job description

Curryhills, Prosperous, Co. Kildare, W91 N23V

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

Employer: Comfort Care Ltd T/A Comfort HomecareLocation: Main Street, Clane, Co. Kildare (Nationwide client coverage)Hours: 40 hours per weekSalary: €33,530. 00 per annum ((€16.12 per hour / €644.80 per week)Contract: Permanent, Full-TimeAbout the CompanyComfort Care Ltd T/A Comfort Homecare is a trusted provider of high-quality, person-centred home care services. We are committed to supporting our clients to live safely and independently in their own homes, while promoting dignity, comfort, and wellbeing.Role OverviewWe are currently recruiting Home Care Support Workers to join our expanding team. You will provide personal care and practical support to clients in their homes, helping with daily living activities and promoting independence and quality of life.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesProvide personal care including washing, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility supportTravel to and from clients’ homes to deliver scheduled care servicesSupport clients with meal preparation and mealtimes, ensuring nutrition and hydrationProvide companionship, emotional support, and social engagementEncourage independence and respect individual care plans and preferencesMonitor clients’ wellbeing and report changes or concerns to supervisors promptlyMaintain accurate records and complete care notes as requiredFollow all safeguarding, infection control, health & safety, and company policies at all timesEssential RequirementsFull driver’s licence (Irish/EU or International) – EssentialManual Handling / Patient Handling certificates (required)Garda Vetting / Police Clearance Certificate (required)Compassionate, reliable, and client-focused approachPhysically capable of performing care dutiesFlexibility to work a range of shifts, including evenings and weekendsDesirable (Advantage)Previous experience in home care, healthcare assistant work, Care Skills, or Care of the Older PersonRelevant healthcare qualification (QQI/FETAC Level 5 or equivalent desirable)What We OfferPermanent, full-time employmentCompetitive salary and stable hoursSupportive team environmentTraining and career development opportunities.Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

• Sector: human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Customer Service
• Competency Skills: Decision Making, Management, Time Management, Working on own Initiative