community carer

• Healthcare Assistants – Donabate & Portrane
• A care job where you’re cared for too :)
• Community Carer | Full-Time
• Kare Plan is a family-run home care company looking for kind, dependable and compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in Donabate and Portrane.
• You’ll play an important role in helping people remain safe, comfortable and independent in their own homes.
• We believe great care starts with looking after our carers :)

Community Carer Contract

Our Community Carer contract offers a structured working pattern with competitive weekday and weekend rates.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 QQI modules completed

• Must be a driver with access to your own vehicle

• Availability required between 8:00am–9:00pm

Working Pattern

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday

• Week 2:Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Rates of Pay

• Monday–Friday: €16.00 per hour
• Saturday: €18.00 per hour
• Sunday: €19.00 per hour
• Paid travel time (taxable): €1.00 per 1-hour visit(no payment for the first and last call)
• Fuel bonus (non-taxable): Up to €175 per month
• Why Join the Kare Plan Family?
• We want our carers to feel supported, appreciated and recognized for the amazing work they do.
• Wellness bags and staff appreciation gifts
• Up to €500 through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• €100 voucher for our Carer of the Month
• Monthly staff competitions with €100 vouchers, open to all staff
• Treats and thoughtful surprises from our office Kindness Corner
• Sick pay
• Mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Training, supported shadowing and genuine career progression opportunities
• Premium rates for eligible weekends and bank holidays
• Fuel bonus of up to €175 per month, subject to eligibility
• Fortnightly pay
• Free uniform, PPE, Garda Vetting and ID badge
• Friendly care and office teams who are always here to support you

What You’ll Do

• As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll make a genuine difference to your clients’ everyday lives by providing practical support, companionship and reassurance.
• Assist clients with personal care and daily routines
• Support mobility, independence and everyday activities
• Prepare meals and assist with light household duties
• Provide companionship, conversation and reassurance
• Follow individual care plans and maintain accurate care records
• Report any changes in a client’s health or wellbeing

What You’ll Need

• We’re looking for people who genuinely care about making a positive difference in the lives of others.
• A kind, patient and caring approach
• Minimum of 2 QQI Healthcare modules completed
• Good spoken and written English
• The legal right to work in Ireland
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive attitude
• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle