Kildare & West Wicklow - Rapid Care Responder

Hibernia Home Care Group; Kildare, Blessington; Remote; EUR 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Fixed roster

Guaranteed income

Job summary

Hibernia Home Care Group is hiring a Rapid Care Responder in Maynooth, Co. Kildare. You will be deployed to support clients with hospital discharge transitions, new care packages, and coverage for leave, ensuring continuous and high-quality care.

The role offers a fixed roster, guaranteed income, and a generous mileage allowance for travel. A full-time permanent position with a 40-hour week, aligned with a consistent pattern to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Mandatory QQI Level 5 core modules: Care Skills (5N2770); Care of the Older Person (5N2706); Compliance & Vetting (Garda Vetting or International Police Clearance; Medical Certificate of Fitness; Proof of Identity and Right to Work; Two Written References; Face-to-Face Interview).

Responsibilities

• Support clients across a variety of needs including hospital discharge transitions to home
• Assist with new care package commencements
• Cover double-up calls requiring two carers
• Cover planned leave, holidays, or unplanned absences
• Deploy dynamically on rostered days to ensure continuity and quality of care

Skills

Home care experience

Education

QQI Level 5

Tools

Full Irish/EU driving licence

Job description

Kildare & West Wicklow - Rapid Care Responder

Address Maynooth, County Kildare, IE

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Industry Health medical and related

Description

Join Our Team as a Rapid Care Responder

Salary:€35-37K DOE per year + generous mileage allowance

Hours: Guaranteed 40 hours/week

• Week 1:Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday
• Week 2:Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Enjoy a consistent 4 day working week with a fixed pattern that supports better work-life balance.

About the Role

As a Rapid Care Responder, you’ll be a key part of our flexible care capacity team, supporting clients across a variety of needs including:

• Hospital discharge transitions to home
• New care package commencements
• Double-up calls requiring two carers
• Covering planned leave, holidays, or unplanned absences

You’ll be deployed dynamically on your rostered days to ensure continuity and quality of care where it’s needed most.

Who This Suits

This role is ideal for someone with home care experience who is seeking:

• A fixed roster with predictable working days
• A guaranteed income with flexibility
• A supportive team environment and meaningful work
• Mileage allowance to support travel
• Opportunity to make a real difference in clients’ lives
• Structured work week with time to recharge

If you're passionate about care and want a role that offers both stability and flexibility, we’d love to hear from you.

Minimum Formal Qualifications

All carers must meet the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 5 standard, specifically:

• Mandatory Core Modules
  • Care Skills(Module Code: 5N2770)
  • Care of the Older Person(Module Code: 5N2706)
  • Compliance & Vetting
    • Garda Vetting or International Police Clearance
    • Medical Certificate of Fitness
    • Proof of Identity and Right to Work
    • Two Written References(one from the most recent employer)
    • Face-to-Face Interview with assessment of career history and gaps
• A full Irish/EU driving licence and use of your own car for work is essential. A generous mileage allowance will be paid fortnightly.
• Carers must provide motor insurance, tax, and valid licence.