Live-In Care Professional: Compassionate Elder Care & Companionship

Home Instead Senior Care; Hertford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Hertfordshire is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Live In Care Professional to provide full-time support and companionship for the elderly. Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, and offering companionship. Ideal candidates will have previous care experience and strong communication skills. Benefits include a weekly pay of £800, paid mileage, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Paid mileage

Paid holidays

Consistent schedules with matched clients

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care/Support Worker, preferably live-in care.
• Kind, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Good communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care (washing, dressing, toileting).
• Supporting mobility and medication administration.
• Preparing healthy meals and assisting with feeding if needed.
• Household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
• Offering companionship, emotional support, and social interaction.
• Escorting to appointments or social activities (if required).
• Monitoring health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Empathy

Good communication skills

Job description

A leading home care provider in Hertfordshire is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Live In Care Professional to provide full-time support and companionship for the elderly. Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, and offering companionship. Ideal candidates will have previous care experience and strong communication skills. Benefits include a weekly pay of £800, paid mileage, and ongoing training opportunities.