Royal Homecare

07/08/2026

A rare opportunity with Royal Homecare - applications are now open for our Respite Care Team.

We are inviting experienced senior carers to join a highly valued service designed to make a meaningful difference for carers and families across the Republic of Ireland.

This varied role may include:
• Covering for live-in carers while they take annual leave
• Providing much-needed respite to family carers
• Assessing existing care routines and guiding families through their homecare options

We are seeking compassionate, confident professionals with a minimum of five years’ experience who are willing to travel. You will bring sound judgement, reassurance and trusted expertise into every home you support.

Hourly rate: €19 – €26

If you are an experienced carer who understands the importance of continuity, dignity and truly personalised support, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Applications are now open. Contact Royal Homecare at [email protected] to learn more or apply.

If you care the way we care, choose Royal Homecare.

Please note that Royal Homecare does not provide sponsorship and all applicants must be elgible to work in the ROI.

29/07/2026

The prime minister said it was a “major dereliction of public duty” that politicians had not been able to solve the social care crisis

20/07/2026

The right support at home is about far more than completing a list of tasks. It is about understanding the person, preserving the routines they value and bringing a reassuring sense of consistency to everyday life.

A live-in carer may offer attentive companionship, support with agreed daily and personal care needs, and practical help around the home. The precise role should reflect the individual, the family and the household - always with clear expectations and respect for privacy and independence.

At Royal Homecare Ireland, we believe the finer details matter. Experience, temperament, routines and expectations all help inform a considered introduction.

Swipe through to discover what live-in care can look like, then send us a private message to begin a confidential conversation about your household.

Alternatively, you can email us at [email protected]

13/07/2026

"I don't want to go into a nursing home."

It is one of the most common things we hear from the parents of the families we work with, and one of the hardest sentences for adult children to know how to respond to.

The good news is, that wish does not have to be wishful thinking. Staying at home is very often more achievable than families realise, once they know what support is actually out there and start looking into it early rather than in a crisis.

In our latest blog, we talk about:

• Why staying at home matters so much to older people, beyond just comfort
• What home support currently looks like here in Ireland, including HSE home care hours
• How countries like the Netherlands and Japan have built home care systems that families can actually rely on
• Practical first steps for finding the right home care options for your own family

This is not about nursing homes being the wrong choice. For many families, they are the right one. It is simply about making sure that staying home is treated as a real, well supported option too, not just an afterthought.

Read the full article on our website, link below 👇 And if this is a conversation your own family is having at the moment, we would be very happy to talk it through with you. No pressure, just a friendly chat.

Your parents want to stay in their own home as they age. Here is why that wish matters, what home care options exist in Ireland today, and how families are making it happen.

29/06/2026

We are delighted to share an exclusive new placement opportunity with our community.

A lovely private family based in South Dublin have recently welcomed their new arrival and are seeking an experienced live-in newborn nanny or maternity nurse to provide dedicated, high-quality care during these precious early weeks.

This is a role for someone who truly loves the newborn stage - someone calm, experienced, and at home in a private household setting. Both daytime and overnight care will be involved, and private live-in accommodation is provided.

The family are offering €1,200 – €1,500 per week, and we warmly welcome applications from experienced candidates based anywhere in Ireland, Northern Ireland or Great Britain.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, or if you know someone who might be perfect, please send a CV to [email protected] or get in touch with our team directly.

Head over to our Childcare Job Application section at Royal Homecare today and embark on a journey towards the brightest career in childcare services! Become a babysitter, childminder, or nanny, and make the best use of your qualifications and expertise!

20/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our wonderful carer Karin on completing her 100th parkrun! 🎉

What an incredible achievement and a testament to her dedication, perseverance and positive attitude.

At Royal Homecare, we’re proud to celebrate the achievements of our team both inside and outside of work. Karin’s commitment to staying active and involved in her local community is truly inspiring.

Please join us in congratulating Karin on reaching this fantastic milestone! 👏🏃‍♀️💜

17/06/2026

Head over to our Childcare Job Application section at Royal Homecare today and embark on a journey towards the brightest career in childcare services! Become a babysitter, childminder, or nanny, and make the best use of your qualifications and expertise!

17/06/2026

If you have an ageing parent, this is worth a read.

We've noticed something after years of working with families across Ireland. The ones who cope best, who manage the transition to care with the least stress and the least family conflict, all did one thing the others didn't.

They planned before a crisis forced their hand.

In our latest blog post, we explore what that planning actually looks like, the questions worth asking now, and why getting the right support in place early is one of the kindest things a family can do.

Read it here: https://www.royalhomecare.ie/homecareblog/the-families-who-cope-best-with-ageing-parents-all-have-one-thing-in-common

And if it resonates, feel free to share it with someone who might need it.

11/06/2026

✨ Exclusive Opportunity — North Dublin

We're placing a warm, dedicated Nanny/Housekeeper with a lovely family in North Dublin — starting August 2026.

💛 What's on offer:
→ €49,400 per year
→ Monday–Friday, full-time
→ Children aged 6–11 years

This is the role for someone who brings calm, care, and a genuine love of family life into everything they do.

The ideal candidate will hold a QQI Level 5 (or equivalent) childcare qualification, be First Aid certified, and have experience supporting children in this age group.

If you're organised, nurturing, and ready for your next chapter — we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Send your CV to: [email protected]

Head over to our Childcare Job Application section at Royal Homecare today and embark on a journey towards the brightest career in childcare services! Become a babysitter, childminder, or nanny, and make the best use of your qualifications and expertise!

22/05/2026

A role worth waiting for. ✨

We are placing a full-time Nanny/Housekeeper with a wonderful family of five relocating to North Dublin's stunning coastline this August.

Three school-aged children, a beautifully run home, and a family with a long history of cherishing their household staff - this is the kind of position that defines a career.

€19/hr / €49,400/year · Full-time · Mon–Fri · Start: August 2026

Drivers preferred. Fluent English essential. References required.

Interested? Send us a DM or apply by sending your CV to [email protected]. Don't sleep on this one.