Job Title: Live-In Carer
Location: Client’s Residence
Hiring for All North-West, South – East and London Area
Job Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate live-in carer to provide high-quality support to clients in the comfort of their own homes. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, ensuring safety and well-being, and offering companionship to enhance the client’s quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Personal Care:
- Assist with daily hygiene routines, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Support with toileting and continence management.
- Help with mobility and transfers, using appropriate equipment where necessary.
2. Household Support:
- Prepare and cook nutritious meals according to the client’s dietary needs.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and tidying.
- Assist with shopping and errands as required.
3. Health and Medication:
- Prompt and assist with medication as prescribed.
- Monitor and report changes in health, behavior, or overall well-being to family or healthcare professionals.
- Provide first aid if necessary, following appropriate training.
4. Emotional and Social Support:
- Offer companionship and engage the client in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Encourage independence where possible, while providing the necessary support.
- Accompany clients to appointments, social events, or outings as needed.
5. Safety and Well-Being:
- Ensure the client’s living environment is safe, clean, and comfortable.
- Follow care plans and risk assessments to minimize hazards.
6. Communication and Documentation:
- Maintain clear communication with family members and healthcare professionals.
- Keep accurate records of daily activities, care provided, and any observations or concerns.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful of clients’ dignity and independence.
Additional Requirements:
- Right to work in the UK.
- DBS clearance.
- Flexibility to adapt to the needs of the client.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with accommodation and meals provided.
- Comprehensive training and opportunities for professional development.
- Ongoing support from the management team.
- A fulfilling role with the opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: £12.21-£13.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Work days:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have relevant vaccinations
- Do you have a valid full UK driver's licence?
- Do you have access to own car?
- Have you completed Care certification? Do you have a certificate?
Licence/Certification:
- BLS & Manual handling (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
