Comfort Keepers hiring Healthcare Assistants at Jobs Expo Limerick this Saturday

Comfort Keepers, one of Ireland's leading home care providers, will be hiring healthcare assistants at Jobs Expo Limerick this Saturday, 7 November 2026, at the Greenhills Hotel. Caring people who want rewarding, flexible work that makes a real difference can meet the Comfort Keepers team in person on the day.

Comfort Keepers is hiring healthcare assistants

Comfort Keepers is looking for warm, enthusiastic people to join its team as healthcare assistants (HCAs), supporting clients to live well in their own homes. Previous experience is welcome, and the company also offers free training and qualifications for those starting out in care.

About Comfort Keepers

Comfort Keepers provides expert care in clients' own homes. The company believes that every person has a unique spark that age and illness cannot take away. Its carers go the extra mile to nurture that spark, helping clients feel hopeful, connected and fulfilled, and to enjoy their everyday lives.

An award-winning employer

Comfort Keepers Ireland has earned national recognition as a great place to work. It placed 46th on the Sunday Independent's list of the 150 Best Employers in Ireland, and was ranked the 5th best employer in the healthcare category.

The company encourages its staff to grow, offering plenty of opportunities for internal promotion and progression within a positive, supportive culture.

What the healthcare assistant role involves

Healthcare assistants at Comfort Keepers help clients with day-to-day life at home. Typical duties include:

• Providing personal care
• Preparing meals and helping with light housekeeping
• Offering companionship and supporting social activities to reduce loneliness and isolation
• Making a positive difference to each client's quality of life

Benefits of working with Comfort Keepers

Comfort Keepers offers a strong package for its care staff, including:

• Direct employment with competitive hourly pay
• Flexible hours to suit each carer's schedule
• Guaranteed hours, with permanent contracts available
• Twice-monthly pay
• Free uniform, PPE and Garda vetting
• Travel expenses covered between client visits
• Staff discounts on health, life and car insurance

Support, wellbeing and recognition

Comfort Keepers recognises that caring for others can be demanding, so it puts real support in place for its team:

• A 24/7 on-call support team
• A free Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
• A dedicated wellness programme and a focus on work-life balance
• Carer of the Month awards and annual recognition awards

Free training and career progression

New and experienced carers alike can build their skills and qualifications with Comfort Keepers through:

• Free QQI Level 5 qualifications
• An "Earn as you Learn" programme
• Regular refresher training and mentoring
• Educational support and clear progression opportunities

Who should visit the Comfort Keepers stand

The Comfort Keepers stand is ideal for:

• Experienced healthcare assistants and carers
• People new to care who want to train while they earn
• Anyone looking for flexible work around family or study
• Those returning to work who want a meaningful, people-focused role

Jobs Expo Limerick: event details

Jobs Expo is Ireland's leading jobs and careers fair, with events in Dublin, Cork, Galway and Limerick.

How to prepare

To get the most from a visit to the Comfort Keepers stand, jobseekers should:

1. Bring printed copies of an up-to-date CV
2. Have details of any care experience or qualifications to hand
3. Think about the hours and areas they are available to work
4. Prepare questions about training, contracts and the client areas covered

Register for Jobs Expo Limerick

There is still time to sign up. Jobseekers can register for Jobs Expo Limerick here and meet the Comfort Keepers team at the Greenhills Hotel this Saturday.