Live-in Care Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car provided by service user

£850 per week salary

Job summary

HealthJobs4U Ltd. is seeking an experienced Live-In Carer to support an elderly female service user at home in Newbury. The role offers a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off pattern with live-in accommodation and a car provided by the service user.

Applicants should have prior professional care experience, hold a full UK driving licence, and be confident with medication administration. Excellent communication and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous professional care experience.
• Ability to drive with a full UK driving licence.
• Experience and confidence with medication administration.
• Provide compassionate, person-centred care.
• Respect for service user's independence, dignity and choices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable and comfortable working independently in a live-in setting.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Supporting the service user with daily routines and activities.
• Assisting with personal care where required.
• Administering and supporting with medication safely and appropriately.
• Supporting mobility and accompanying the service user when required.
• Driving the service user's vehicle for appointments, activities and journeys as needed.
• Encouraging independence and supporting the service user's choices.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Professional care experience

Full UK driving licence

Medication administration

Person-centred care

Independent work

Communication skills

Job description

Live-In Carer

Location: Newbury
Salary: £850 per week
Shift Pattern: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off
Accommodation: Live-in
Driving: Full UK driving licence required - car provided by the service user

About the Role

Address Healthcare is looking for an experienced and compassionate Live-In Carer to provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to an elderly female service user in their own home.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional who is reliable, confident and committed to providing compassionate support. The role operates on a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off basis, with the potential for longer stays where required.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous professional care experience.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be confident driving.
• Be comfortable using a vehicle provided by the service user.
• Have experience and confidence with medication administration.
• Provide compassionate, reliable and person-centred care.
• Be respectful of the service user's independence, dignity and choices.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be dependable and comfortable working independently within a live-in setting.

Key Responsibilities

As a Live-In Carer, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Supporting the service user with their daily routines and activities.
• Assisting with personal care where required.
• Administering and supporting with medication safely and appropriately.
• Supporting mobility and accompanying the service user when required.
• Driving the service user's vehicle for appointments, activities and other journeys as needed.
• Encouraging independence and supporting the service user's individual choices.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Maintaining a safe, comfortable and welcoming home environment.
• Communicating effectively with family members and other professionals involved in the individual's care.
• Reporting any concerns or changes in wellbeing appropriately.

What We Offer

• £850 per week
• 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off working pattern
• Potential for longer stays
• Car provided by the service user
• A rewarding live-in position where you can make a genuine difference
• The opportunity to build a positive and trusting relationship with the person you support

Essential Requirements

Previous care experience is essential.
Full UK driving licence is essential.
Experience/confidence with medication administration is essential.

If you are an experienced carer looking for a rewarding live-in position where you can provide consistent, person-centred support, we would love to hear from you.