Care Assistant

Radfield Home Care; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses included

Food allowance £50/week

Job summary

Radfield Home Care in Shrewsbury is seeking a compassionate Live-in Care Professional to live in a client's home and deliver person-centred care. You will tailor care to individual plans, support daily living activities, and promote independence and dignity within a shared household when required.

The role requires physical ability, resilience, and strong communication to document care and liaise with families and professionals. Permanent position with local travel considerations and DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Relevant Care qualifications.
• Experience in live-in or home care is preferred.
• Ability to prepare meals and assist with daily living activities.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Physically able to perform care tasks and mobility assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care in accordance with individual Care Plans.
• Support clients with daily living activities while promoting independence and dignity.
• Assist with mobility and the safe use of equipment and aids.
• Record changes in client wellbeing and communicate with family and healthcare professionals.

Job description

Live-in Care Professional

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire – successful candidate must live locally (no further than 1 hour away)
Reporting To: Registered Care Manager
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £900 per week + £50 per week food allowance – this also includes travel expenses

About the Role

Radfield Home Care is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and professional Live-in Care Professional to join our growing team.

As a Live-in Care Professional, you will live in a client's home and provide high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and wellbeing. Every client is unique, and your responsibilities will be tailored to their individual needs as outlined in their Care Plan.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives while working for an organisation committed to delivering outstanding care.

Key Information

• Daily break of 2 hours
• Minimum commitment of a 2-week on / 2-week off rotation
• Right to work in the UK required
• Non-smoker preferred
• Comfortable working within a shared household environment
• Ability to support a client living alongside their partner where required
• Able to supply 2 recent employment references and 2 character references

What We're Looking For

• Physically able to meet the demands of care work, including bending, lifting, stretching, kneeling, walking, stair use, and manual handling activities.
• Emotionally resilient and able to manage the challenges associated with care work, including supporting clients through illness, bereavement, and complex situations.
• Caring, patient, compassionate, and respectful.
• Self-motivated, organised, and flexible.
• Able to work independently and as part of a wider care team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Ability to prepare and cook a variety of nutritious meals.
• Relevant Care qualifications
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Previous experience within live-in care or the wider health and social care sector.

Main Responsibilities

Personalised Care & Support

• Provide person-centred care in accordance with individual Care Plans.
• Support clients with daily living activities while promoting independence and dignity.
• Assist with mobility and the safe use of equipment and aids.

Equipment May Include:

• Walking and standing aids
• Wheelchairs
• Manual and electric hoists
• Sliding sheets and transfer boards
• Hearing aids and other specialist equipment

Meal Preparation & Nutrition

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals.
• Reheat food safely where appropriate.
• Assist with table preparation and clearing.
• Ensure safe food storage and infection control practices.
• Monitor food safety and dispose of unsuitable food items.
• Encourage client involvement and choice where possible.

Household Support

Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment, including:

• Vacuuming and sweeping
• Washing and putting away dishes
• Laundry and clothing care
• Bed making and linen changes
• Dusting and general housekeeping
• Answering doors and greeting visitors
• Responding to telephones and emergency call systems

Promoting Wellbeing

Support clients to maintain social engagement and mental stimulation through activities such as:

• Meaningful conversation and companionship
• Community outings
• Reading and writing activities
• Looking through photographs and memory work
• Hobbies and recreational activities

Record Keeping & Communication

Accurately document and report:

• Changes in client wellbeing or care needs
• Incidents and emergencies
• Communication with family members
• Interaction with healthcare professionals and external services

Health & Clinical Support

Support clients during periods of illness, including:

• End-of-life care
• Hospital appointments
• Medication administration
• Bed-based personal care
• Liaison with community healthcare teams

Working as Part of the Team

• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
• Participate in supervision, appraisal, and development reviews.
• Complete written reports and care records.
• Communicate effectively across multiple platforms and systems.
• Follow all Radfield Home Care policies and procedures.

Compliance & Safeguarding

This role involves working with vulnerable adults and is subject to:

• Enhanced DBS Check
• Satisfactory employment references

All employees are expected to:

• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Comply with Data Protection legislation.
• Adhere to Health & Safety requirements.
• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures.

Equality & Rehabilitation of Offenders

In line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and subsequent amendments, applicants are required to disclose any cautions or convictions that are not protected under current legislation.