Search “work from home jobs” and you’ll find thousands of results, but many of those remote jobs are out of date, misleading or outright scams. RemoteGlide doesn’t run a job board, because copied listings are often stale or fake. Instead, this guide shows you where genuine employers actually advertise and how to check a listing before you apply.
Quick answer: start with the big job sites using their “remote” filter, then go direct to company careers pages. In Ireland, Grow Remote is a good free starting point; in the UK and US, official government job sites list some remote public-sector roles. Never pay a fee to apply for a job.
1. Big job sites, with the right filters
Most genuine remote jobs are posted on the same sites as office jobs:
- LinkedIn Jobs: filter by “Remote” and “Part-time”. Turn on job alerts so new roles come to you.
- Indeed: search “remote” plus a job title, for example “remote customer service part-time”.
- Ireland: IrishJobs.ie and Jobs.ie both let you search for remote or hybrid roles.
- UK: Reed and Totaljobs are widely used, and the government’s Find a job service lists some remote roles.
Tip: search by job title (“remote administrator”, “customer support advisor remote”), not just “work from home”. Vague searches bring up more low-quality ads.
2. Company careers pages with remote jobs
Many remote-first companies post roles on their own websites before, or instead of, job boards. If you see a company advertising remote roles, bookmark its careers page and check it regularly. Applying directly also means you know the job is real.
3. Sites just for remote jobs
- Grow Remote (Ireland): a social enterprise that helps people find remote jobs in Ireland. It runs a free monthly newsletter spotlighting remote employers and jobs, plus training programmes and local community groups.
- We Work Remotely and Remote.co: long-running international remote job boards, mostly tech, marketing and customer support roles. Check that each role accepts applicants from your country.
- FlexJobs: a paid US-based site that screens listings. It’s legitimate, but most of its listings are also available free elsewhere, so try free routes first.
4. Public sector remote jobs
Government and public bodies increasingly offer hybrid or remote roles, often with family-friendly hours:
- Ireland: publicjobs.ie lists civil and public service roles, some with blended working.
- UK: Civil Service Jobs lists government roles; filter by working pattern.
- US: USAJOBS has a “remote” filter for federal jobs.
These roles have long application processes, but they’re secure and genuine.
5. Your own network
Don’t underestimate this. Many parents find their first remote role through:
- Former colleagues or managers
- Local business owners who need admin or social media help
- School parent groups and community Facebook groups (stay cautious about offers from strangers)
A short post saying “I’m returning to work and looking for part-time remote admin or support work” can bring surprising results.
How to spot a fake remote job listing
Scammers love remote job ads. Be suspicious if:
- You’re asked to pay for training, equipment, a “starter kit” or a background check
- The pay is far above similar roles, especially for “no experience needed” work
- The interview happens only by text or messaging app, such as Telegram or WhatsApp
- They send you a cheque and ask you to buy equipment or send some money back
- The company has no website, or the website is brand new with no real address
- The job is “data entry” or “typing” at a high hourly rate: this work has mostly been automated (see jobs AI has replaced)
Not sure? Run the offer through our work-from-home scam checker before you reply.
Also check: can you legally take the job?
If you live in Ireland on an immigration permission, your stamp decides what work you can do. Some spouse and partner permissions allow employment but not freelancing or running a business. Read our guide to working from home on a spouse visa in Ireland before you apply.
Applying for remote jobs: make it count
- Use a CV that screening software can read. Our guide to writing a CV for remote jobs shows how.
- Tailor your skills section to each job ad.
- Apply soon after a job is posted; popular remote roles fill fast.
- Keep a simple list of where you’ve applied.
Next steps
Not sure which roles to search for? Take the Remote Work Matcher, then follow our 30-day plan to start working from home.
Tick the warning signs in an offer and get a risk rating.
