Live in Care Assistant

Agincare; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Live-in Care Assistant to support clients in their own homes, promoting their independence. Responsibilities include assisting with medication, personal care, and household tasks. Candidates should have a positive demeanor, at least 12 months right to work, and the ability to work a minimum of 2 weeks per placement. The role offers competitive pay of £650-£800 per week and a chance to grow professionally within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Refer a friend scheme

Outstanding career development

Fully funded training programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

On demand pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months work authorization.
• At least 18 years old due to the role's nature.
• Able to work a minimum of 2 weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in their own homes seven days a week.
• Assist with medication and provide companionship.
• Help with personal care, including bathing and dressing.
• Assist with cleaning and meal preparation.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Package Description

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference? Are you an experienced care professional looking for a change? Come and join the Agincare family as a Live-in Care Assistant.

Where you'll be working

• We have clients within the South West, South East, Central and North parts of England so you must be willing to travel.
• Care Quality Commission rating - https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-5439054968

As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy

• Between £650- £800 per week, depending on your client’s needs
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000*
• Outstanding career development
• Fully funded training programmes up to and including Level 5 in Health & Social Care
• Blue Light Discount Package
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available to all our employees
• Company pension scheme
• On demand pay

What is required from you

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work
• You must be at least 18 years old due to the nature of the role.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 2 weeks at a time

We are looking for applicants with a positive, professional and empathetic approach who are able to collaborate and problem solve.

The role of a Live-in Care Assistant

As a Live-in Care Assistant, you'll be supporting your client in their own home seven days a week to remain as independent as possible.

You’ll be assisting with medication, providing companionship, supporting with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and helping with domestic tasks such as cleaning and preparing meals.

• Companionship - providing support, companionship, communication and engagement
• Personal care - supporting with a wash, bath or shower and supporting the client with dressing and oral care.
• Meals – supporting the client with healthy meals, snacks and beverages.
• Domestic tasks - light cleaning tasks.
• Mobility - supporting the client to live as independently as possible.
• Social activities- trips out, social engagements and activities

Additional Information To Note

• Live-in care placements can vary in duration but are a minimum of 2 weeks
• Accommodation and food allowance will be provided
• Very flexible! You can work only a few weeks a year, regular patterns of work or for long and established periods in placement – the choice is yours
• You will have your own separate room and have access to WIFI

About Agincare

We’re a family run business that’s been caring and supporting people since 1986. With over 4,500 team members, we’re one of the UK’s largest care providers and are continuing to grow. We have over 100 locations across England including care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.

Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently. We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.

• Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions