Care Assistant - Live in

MyLife Homecare; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 28 days annual leave

Paid training and induction programme

Fully funded Health & Social Care qual

EAP: counselling and support for you

Job summary

MyLife Homecare is seeking Live-In Care Assistants to support individuals in their own homes across Kent and the UK. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care and live with clients to preserve independence, dignity and wellbeing.

We value open communication, offer full training and ongoing development, and provide competitive pay with benefits. Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and reliable approach.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different home environments.
• Respect for privacy and dignity.

Responsibilities

• Personal care including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
• Assisting with mobility, medication reminders and wellbeing monitoring.
• Preparing nutritious meals and supporting with feeding as required.
• Light housekeeping: laundry and cleaning for a safe home.
• Shopping and running errands for clients.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Accompanying clients to appointments and social activities.
• Maintaining accurate daily records and reporting concerns.
• Promoting independence and dignity at all times.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Independence support

Job description

Location: Various locations across the South of England

Salary: Competitive weekly rate, dependent on package and client requirements.

Looking for a rewarding career in care?

The MyLife team provides high-quality private home care services across Kent and other locations across the UK. We are a friendly and dedicated team committed to delivering personalised, compassionate care to all our service users.

At MyLife, we aim to deliver the gold standard in private care services, and equally provide the highest level of training and support for our Care Assistants. We believe it is essential that our team feels confident, supported, and valued in their role — from having open communication with management whenever needed, to receiving competitive pay and recognition for their work.

Our Care Assistants consistently report high levels of satisfaction, reflecting the strong professional relationships they build with service users and the supportive environment we foster.

Live-In Care Assistants to support individuals in maintaining their independence and quality of life within the comfort of their own homes.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join our mission of enhancing dignity, wellbeing, and independence for the people we support.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Up to 28 days annual leave
• Paid training and induction programme
• Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Free confidential counselling and tailored support for you and up to 5 family members or friends
• Access to Wellbeing Services and Fitness Programmes
• Free DBS check
• Blue Light Card discounts – up to 60% off high street brands
• Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme
• Dedicated support from our office team
• And most importantly, the chance to make a real difference every day

About the Role

As a Live-In Care Assistant, you will provide compassionate, person-centred care and companionship to clients in the comfort of their own homes. You will live alongside your client, supporting them with daily activities, personal care and emotional wellbeing, helping them maintain independence, dignity and quality of life.

Your duties will include:

• Personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting
• Assisting with mobility, medication reminders and monitoring wellbeing
• Preparing nutritious meals and supporting with feeding where required
• Light housekeeping duties, including laundry, cleaning and maintaining a safe living environment
• Shopping and running errands
• Providing companionship, emotional support and meaningful engagement
• Accompanying clients to appointments, social activities and community outings
• Maintaining accurate daily records and reporting any concerns appropriately
• Promoting independence, choice and dignity at all times

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and reliable approach
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different home environments
• Respect for privacy, dignity and individual preferences
• Reliability, professionalism and trustworthiness
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (advantageous)
• Basic First Aid and Manual Handling training (preferred)
• Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship currently

Be Part of Something That Truly Matters

At Mylife, we welcome everyone to apply, no matter your experience level. If you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, HCA, Health Care Assistant or in the NHS, we would love to hear from you.

However, if you do not have experience, we provide full training and encourage candidates from all sectors to apply.