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Live -in /Home support Worker

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    Jean Casey
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    Ref: #JOB-2453061
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    Pollardstown, Mitchelstown, Co. Cork, P67NH94
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    36605.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 12 Jun 2026
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    Closing On: 09 Jul 2026

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Job Description & Skills Required:
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Live-In Carer to provide individualised support and care for incapacitated, elderly and disabled clients in their home in Mitchelstown, Co. Cork, Ireland. Your main goal is to help individuals live safely, comfortably, and independently, while preserving their choices and quality of life. You will live in the client’s home, providing consistent care, companionship, and practical support.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Personal Care
Assist with washing, bathing, showering, dressing, grooming, oral care, and toileting
Support with mobility, transfers, and moving around the home
Help with continence care and maintaining personal hygiene standards
Respect privacy, dignity, and personal preferences at all times

Daily Living Support
Prepare and cook nutritious meals, help with eating and drinking
Light housekeeping: cleaning, tidying, laundry, ironing, bed making, and changing bed linen
Assist with shopping, collecting prescriptions, and managing household tasks
Help with managing appointments (doctor, dentist, day centres, social activities)

Health & Wellbeing
Provide mental and physical stimulation for clients, through support with daily brain and physical exercise programmes
Encourage hobbies, interests, reading, games, walks, and outings
Help maintain family and community contacts
Prevent loneliness and isolation

Live-In Arrangement
Reside in the client’s home – free private accommodation + all utilities (heating, electricity, water, internet) included
Be available during agreed hours; respect rest periods and personal space for both you and the client
Maintain a safe, clean environment

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:
Kind, patient, caring, and respectful nature – genuine desire to help people
Good spoken & written English (to communicate and write care notes)
Willingness to live in and work flexible hours, including weekends and bank holidays 
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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