Home Carer (Private Residence)

Company Details Confidential; Blackrock; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private care agency in County Dublin is looking for a compassionate Home Carer to provide personal care within a private home environment. The ideal candidate will assist with daily living activities and maintain a safe and supportive atmosphere for the care recipient. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role and possess excellent communication skills.

Benefits

4 weeks’ paid annual leave

Public holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in personal care or home-care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance.
• Support day-to-day routines and activities.
• Monitor wellbeing and maintain care notes.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Communicate effectively with involved professionals.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and with discretion

Job description

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 seeking a compassionate and reliable Home Carer to provide dedicated personal care and support within a private home environment. The successful candidate will assist with daily living activities and help maintain a safe, supportive, and positive atmosphere for the care recipient.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance (e.g. dressing, feeding, mobility, hygiene).
• Support day‑to‑day routines, educational or therapy activities, and community participation.
• Monitor wellbeing and maintain daily care notes.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment related to the care recipient’s needs.
• Communicate effectively with the employer and any professionals involved in care.

Note: This position will require the candidate to be available from 7:30 am.

Note: This position is focused solely on personal care duties. It does not include general household cleaning, laundry, or domestic service for the wider household.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in personal care or home‑care settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and with discretion in a family setting.

Additional Information

4 weeks’ paid annual leave plus public holidays. Please note that these will need to be taken at an agreed time which suits the needs of the care recipient. Employment is conditional upon the granting of a General Employment Permit by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment.

Career Level

Experienced [Non‑Managerial]

Application Method

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