Personal Care Assistant - Limerick

Myhomecare; Limerick; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Sign-on bonus

12-hour shifts

Career progression

Fuel discounts

Refer-a-friend bonus

Garda vetting included

Uniform provided

Certificate renewals training

Supportive culture

Job summary

MyHomecare is seeking personal care and support assistants in the Limerick area. The role focuses on delivering compassionate 1:1 home care, supporting daily living activities, companionship, and promoting independence within clients' homes.

Join a well-established organisation with a national footprint and a strong care ethos. With QQI Level 5 qualifications or active studies, you’ll work in a supportive environment that values staff development.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Major Award completed
• At least 1 work placement experience
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience
• Right to work in Ireland (no sponsorship provided)
• Good English communication skills
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 care within clients’ homes
• Personal care and daily living assistance
• Companionship and dignity promotion
• Follow individual care plans

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award

Care Skills & Care of Older Person

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support (enrolled)

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Hiring personal care and support assistants in the Limerick area!

Looking for a meaningful role where your work is truly valued?

Join MyHomecare, a trusted national provider with 20 years of experience in homecare (established in 2006), and make a real difference in people’s lives every day.

MyHomecare is a HSE-recognised national supplier of homecare, part of the Servisource Recruitment / CPL Group, employing nearly 350 staff across Ireland.

We are proud to hold the International Gold Seal of Approval by JCI, making us the only homecare provider in Ireland in our sector with this accreditation — a recognition of our exceptional standards in care, staff support, and service delivery.

Why Join MyHomecare?

Work with an established, reputable company with 20 years of excellence
Be part of a JCI-accredited organisation (global quality standard)
Deliver 1:1 person-centred care and build meaningful relationships

Pay & Benefits

€18- €30 per hour – Monday to Sunday-
(Rates are set based on shift day/time.)

• Weekly pay
• €250 sign-on bonus after 6 months
• 12 hour shifts available over a 7 day period, day/night shifts
• Real career progression
• Fuel discounts
• Refer-a-friend bonus up to €500
• Free Garda vetting and uniform
• Mandatory courses such as Patient Moving and Handling and Basic Life Support provided for certificate renewals
• Dedicated support team when you need it
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Your Role

Provide 1:1 care within clients’ homes, including:

• Personal care
• Assistance with daily living activities
• Companionship
• Promoting dignity and independence
• Following individual care plans

Make a real difference — every single day.

Requirements

Fully Qualified:

• QQI Level 5 Major Award completed

At least 1 work placement experience

Studying (Option 1):

• Studying Care Skills & Care of Older Person (to be completed within 11 months)

Minimum 2 years relevant experience

Studying (Option 2):

• Enrolled in full QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support

At least 1 work placement experience

Additional Requirements:

• Right to work in Ireland (no sponsorship provided)
• Good English communication skills
• Willingness to undergo Garda Vetting (covered by MyHomecare)
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle required for some roles
• Ability to provide two reference contacts

Simple Recruitment Process

Phone screening → Interview → Compliance → Online training → In-person induction → Start work!