We are recruiting Live-in Caregivers to work in Ireland, supporting clients in their own homes.

This opportunity is open to candidates currently living in Ireland as well as international candidates who already have the legal right to work in Ireland. The employer does not provide visa sponsorship.

For successful candidates relocating from abroad, relocation support is provided, including flights, accommodation, food and transport in accordance with the placement arrangements.

The Role

As a Live-in Caregiver, you will live in the client's home and provide practical care, companionship and household support based on the individual's needs and care plan.

The typical working pattern is an 8-week rotation followed by 8 weeks off.

Your responsibilities may include:

Supporting clients with bathing, dressing, grooming and personal hygiene
Assisting with toileting and continence care
Supporting mobility, walking and safe transfers
Preparing meals and supporting good nutrition
Providing companionship and emotional support
Accompanying clients to appointments and local activities
Supporting shopping and local errands
Light housekeeping, laundry and general household tasks
Supporting clients with walks and outdoor activities
Providing medication and appointment reminders in line with the care plan
Supporting basic household tasks where required
Communicating with care management teams about changes in client needs
Maintaining appropriate care records and following the client's care plan

Requirements

You should have:

At least 6 months' recent professional care experience
Experience in a nursing home, hospital, home care, live-in care or another professional care setting
Good spoken and written English
A caring, respectful and client-focused approach
The ability to work independently and adapt to different home environments
The ability to maintain confidentiality and respect clients' privacy
The physical ability to carry out the requirements of the role
Basic IT skills
Willingness to complete mandatory training and background checks
Ability to successfully complete Irish Garda vetting

Qualification

Candidates who hold QQI Level 5 Care Skills and Care of the Older Person, or an equivalent recognised qualification, will be eligible for the higher pay band.

Candidates without this qualification may still be considered for the lower pay band, subject to the employer's requirements and completion of the required training.

Right to Work in Ireland

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must already have the legal right to work in Ireland, such as:

EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship; or
Valid Irish immigration permission allowing employment, such as Stamp 4

Candidates currently living outside Ireland are welcome to apply if they meet the right-to-work requirements and are able to relocate.

Relocation Package

For eligible candidates relocating to Ireland, the employer provides comprehensive relocation support as part of the placement, which may include:

Flight/travel arrangements
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Travel support associated with rotations

Support with required onboarding and training in Ireland

The exact relocation arrangements will be confirmed with successful candidates as part of the onboarding process.

Pay

Band 1 – Unqualified

€14.15 per hour, Monday to Saturday

€16.27 per hour, Sunday

€20 sleeping night allowance, Monday to Saturday

€30 sleeping night allowance, Sunday

Band 2 – Qualified

For candidates holding a verified QQI Level 5 qualification in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person, or an equivalent recognised qualification:

€14.94 per hour, Monday to Saturday

€17.18 per hour, Sunday

€20 sleeping night allowance, Monday to Saturday

€30 sleeping night allowance, Sunday

Candidates caring for a couple receive an additional 15% on their applicable hourly rate.

Additional Benefits

Accommodation, including your own bedroom
Food during the live-in placement
Utilities including electricity, water, heating and Wi-Fi
Transport support
Travel/accommodation support between rotations
Accredited QQI and HSE training
Mandatory training provided
Patient Moving and Manual Handling training
Accredited Dementia Training
Ongoing learning and development
Fit-to-work assessment
Garda vetting
Holiday pay
Irish pension auto-enrolment, where eligibility criteria are met
Company bonus opportunities

Training

Successful candidates will complete mandatory training as part of the recruitment and onboarding process, including:

HSELand online training
Dovida Academy training
Patient Moving and Manual Handling training
Dementia training
Other mandatory care training as required

Working Pattern

Live-in care

Typically 8 weeks on / 8 weeks off

Rotational working

Weekend and overnight work required

Exact duties and arrangements depend on the client's individual care requirements

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for caregivers who are compassionate, reliable, adaptable and comfortable providing care in a client's home.

You should be confident working independently, treating clients and their families with dignity and respect, and adapting to different locations and living environments across Ireland.

If you have professional care experience, the right to work in Ireland and are interested in a fully supported relocation opportunity, apply today.

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