Healthcare Assistant in Kildare
- Salary
- €15.50–€17.50 / hour
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 30 Sept 2026
About the Role
At Komfort Kare, we’re passionate about delivering exceptional home support across Ireland. With over 20 years’ experience, our team is dedicated to helping people live safely, confidently, and comfortably in their own homes.
We go above and beyond every day—supporting older people, individuals with additional needs, and families with care that’s compassionate, respectful, and truly person-centred. As a trusted HSE provider, we offer a wide range of services, including personal care, complex care, behavioural support, and 24-hour assistance.
We also partner with healthcare organisations to supply highly trained, reliable staff—whether for short-term cover or long-term support. Every member of our team is fully qualified, professionally trained, and committed to making a real difference.
Care you can trust. People who truly care.
We are looking for Healthcare Assistants for home support work in Kildare
Join Our Compassionate Care Team
Komfort Kare is a leading homecare provider in Ireland with over 20 years’ experience delivering high-quality, person-centred care. We are currently recruiting Home Support Workers to provide essential support to clients in their own homes.
If you are compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a real difference, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting)
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Support daily living activities and promote independence
- Assist with meal preparation and nutrition
- Help clients with mobility and reduce fall risks
- Perform light housekeeping duties (cleaning, laundry)
- Carry out basic health checks (training provided)
- Support with medication management (as per care plans)
- Maintain accurate records and report concerns
- Communicate effectively with families and healthcare teams
Essential Requirements
- QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent (or working towards)
- Minimum Care Skills and Care of the Elderly modules completed (mandatory)
- Full driver’s licence (preferred) and access to transport
- Good level of English (spoken and written)
- Must be eligible to work in Ireland, currently resident in Ireland, and hold the appropriate documentation (visas, work permits)
Compliance & Training
- Submit a Garda Vetting (no criminal convictions)
- Provide medical certificate (Fit to Work)
- Completion of required HSELand certifications
- Manual Handling & Induction training (provided by Komfort Kare)
Key Skills & Attributes
- Person-centred approach to care
- Compassionate, patient and empathetic approach
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible, reliable and organised
Details
Location: Kildare
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time
Salary: €16–€18 per hour
Closing date: 30 Sept 2026
Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of a Healthcare Assistant at Komfort Kare?
- The key responsibilities include providing personal care, companionship, supporting daily living activities, assisting with meal preparation, helping with mobility, performing light housekeeping, carrying out basic health checks, supporting with medication management, maintaining accurate records, and communicating effectively with families and healthcare teams.
- What are the essential requirements for this role?
- Essential requirements include QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent, completion of Care Skills and Care of the Elderly modules, a full driver’s licence (preferred), a good level of English, and eligibility to work in Ireland with appropriate documentation.
- What skills and attributes are required for this role?
- Key skills and attributes include a person-centred approach to care, compassion, patience, empathy, good communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, flexibility, reliability, and organisation.
- Where is this role located?
- This role is located in Kildare.
- What is the salary for this role?
- The salary for this role is €16–€18 per hour.