Live-in Care Assistant

Home Instead; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay up to £153/day

Paid training and mileage

Outstanding CQC rating and 10/10 homec

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Home Instead North Lakes is recruiting Live-in Carers in the UK. You’ll provide one-to-one relationship-led care, with time to care properly, supported by a dedicated Live-in Care Manager and 24/7 support.

We match you to your client based on compatibility; benefits include competitive pay up to £153 per day, paid training, wellbeing support and fully funded qualifications (Level 2-5). UK right to work essential. Driving license and reliable transport preferred.

Qualifications

• Care experience welcomed
• Ability to build relationships with clients
• Compassionate and patient approach

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one relationship-led live-in care throughout the day
• Assist with household tasks and meal preparation
• Support dressing and accompanying clients to appointments and activities
• Offer companionship and social engagement to promote well-being

Job description

This isn't live-in care as you might know it. This is what live-in care should always have been.

Rated CQC Outstanding · Five Star WorkBuzz Employer · FT Top Employer 2026

Top 20 Homecare Provider 2026 in North West

A lot of live-in roles leave you feeling isolated, undervalued and unsupported. At Home Instead North Lakes, you'll have a dedicated Live-in Care Manager with 24/7 support and a team that genuinely cares about the person doing the caring.

Pay up to £153 per day.

We match you to your client based on shared interests and compatibility, because the best care is built on real relationships, not just routine.

It's why our people don't just turn up. They show up proud.

At Home Instead North Lakes, live-in care means one thing above all: time to care properly. Unhurried days, real connection. Support delivered with dignity, warmth and compassion helping people feel safe, valued and connected - the way care should be.

If you have care experience and are looking for a role where you can use your skills, build meaningful relationships, and feel valued every single day, live-in care with our Outstanding rated team could be exactly what’s next.

There’s a reason our team stay, thrive and feel genuinely appreciated.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: Up to £153 per day
• PLUS Paid training and mileage.
• Outstanding CQC and 10/10 homecare.co.uk (80+ reviews)
• A role with purpose: 98% proud to work here
• Dedicated Live-in Care Manager
• Expert training
• Feel appreciated: £250 for referring a friend and work anniversary bonuses.
• Wellbeing Support: Free counselling and expert legal advice for you and your family.
• Local and national Discounts: Save on your weekly shop and at dozens of your favourite online shops
• Fully funded qualifications (Level 2, 3, 5)

Choose a role that changes lives — including yours.

As a Live-in Carer you would provide one-to one relationship led care throughout the day. There are no restrictions, only compassionate care that is personal in every way, allowing people to continue to do the things they love at times that suit them in the comfort of their own homes. It’s the only way we believe care should be.

You will be making a huge impact on people’s lives every day. From helping with household chores, cooking nutritious meals, helping with dressing to taking clients to appointments and social activities……you're not just a helper; you're a lifeline, and a true companion.

We’ll support you with client matching, ongoing check-ins, 24/2 support and the kind of employer care that makes a real difference.

Ready to start?

UK right to work essential. Driving licence and reliable transport required.