Care Worker - Live In

Care England; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Care England in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Live-In Care Worker with a valid UK driving license to support clients in their homes. The role includes companionship, personal care, meal preparation, and light housekeeping, with responsibilities guided by care plans from healthcare professionals.

The ideal candidate has prior care experience, strong English communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Must have the right to work in the UK and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a care worker or in a related role preferred.
• Compassionate and patient nature.
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be a driver with valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing and toileting.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Administer medications.
• Monitor and report changes in clients' health or behaviour.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and tidying up.
• Accompany clients to appointments and outings.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Follow care plans and instructions from healthcare professionals.

Skills

Care experience

Job description

Live In Carer with valid UK driving license and own car

East of England

The full job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Live-In Care Worker (DRIVERS WITH VALID UK LICENSE ONLY)

Location: Cambridgeshire

Pay: From £800 per week, increasing depending on the complexity of the clients.

Duties:

• Assist with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing and toileting.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Administer medications.
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or behaviour.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and tidying up.
• Accompany clients to appointments and outings.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Follow care plans and instructions provided by healthcare professionals.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a care worker giver or in a related role is preferred.
• Compassionate and patient nature.
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• MUST BE A DRIVER WITH VALID UK DRIVING LICENSE

About you: You might already be working as a live-in carer, or you might have professional experience as a support worker, care assistant in a residential or domiciliary care setting, or you might be a HCA working with the NHS. If you share our passion for quality care, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note you must already have the right to work in the UK.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.