Live in care - CAR DRIVER REQUIRED

Home Instead; Alton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in Alton is seeking a kind and reliable Live-In Carer for an elderly gentleman with Alzheimer's. The role involves providing companionship and assistance with personal care and light home help. An ideal candidate should have a valid driving licence, access to their own vehicle, and a warm, sociable personality. A shared passion for music is desired. This position encourages building meaningful connections and providing high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Experience in care is an advantage, but the right attitude is essential.
• Warm, patient, and sociable personality is required.
• A shared passion for music and singing is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide live-in care and companionship for a gentleman with Alzheimer's.
• Assist with personal care and light home help.
• Accompany on outings and encourage social interaction.
• Accompany him on outings (outings twice a week).
• Encourage social interaction and shared activities.
• Support with daily routines and singing/music activities.

Skills

Warm personality

Sociable

Passion for music

Music and singing

Tools

Own vehicle

Valid driving licence

Job description

Since 2013, Home Instead East Hampshire has proudly supported elderly clients across Alton and the surrounding villages. Rated Good overall by the CQC, with an Outstanding in “Caring,” we are known for delivering compassionate, person-centred care that makes a genuine difference.

Job Description

Live-In Carer (Driver Required) – Companionable & Music-Loving Preferred

We are seeking a kind, reliable live-in carer for a lovely gentleman living with Alzheimer’s. He is calm, gentle, and very sociable, and we are looking for someone who can offer both high-quality care and genuine companionship.

About the role:

• Live-in care for a friendly and calm gentleman
• Support with companionship, light home help, and personal care
• Assistance with catheter care (training provided)
• He completes his own strip wash
• Accompanying him on outings (he enjoys going out twice a week)
• Encouraging social interaction and shared activities

About him:

• Very kind, calm, and gentle nature
• Highly sociable and enjoys company
• Passionate about singing and music

Qualifications

The ideal candidate:

• Holds a valid driving licence and has access to their own vehicle
• Warm, patient, and sociable personality
• A shared passion for music and singing is highly desirable
• Experience in care is an advantage, but the right attitude is essential

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check (required)
• 2 days of mandatory training prior to starting

Additional Information

Pay:

If you are compassionate, dependable, and enjoy building meaningful connections, we would love to hear from you.