Live in Care Professional Marathi speaking (UK APPLICANTS ONLY)

Home Instead; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care service provider is seeking a Live-in Care Professional in Wembley, UK. The role involves providing companionship, personal care, and light housekeeping to enhance clients' quality of life. Ideal candidates will demonstrate compassion and effective communication skills. Accommodation, meals, and training are provided, along with a commitment to supporting diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Flexible work arrangements

Health helpline

Mileage allowance

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for caring and motivation to assist clients.
• Ability to listen and communicate clearly.
• Respect for diverse backgrounds and beliefs.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and conversation to clients.
• Assist with personal care and daily routines.
• Perform light housekeeping and organize household tasks.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Time management

Organization

Job description

Home Instead is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award-winning training, and an excellent reputation, we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. We match our Care Professionals to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust and enable us to provide personalized support.

Job Description

The Live-in Care Professional will live in a client's home and provide a variety of non-medical services, such as giving medication, preparing meals, assisting with waking up and going to bed, taking clients out for errands or appointments. This can include personal care and light housework, which significantly enhances the clients' quality of life.

Companionship Services :

• Offer companionship and conversation.
• Stimulate and encourage through activities like clothing selection, hobbies, and crafts.
• Accompany clients to appointments and social events, such as visiting friends or family, lunch, or club meetings.

Home Help Services :

• Perform light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens, washing and ironing, taking out rubbish, caring for houseplants).
• Organize and tidy cupboards, check food expiry dates, and assist with shopping.
• Knowledge of good food safety practices and ability to cook a variety of meals from raw ingredients.
• Assist with pet care.

Personal Care :

• Assist with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Support with continence care.
• Understand the needs of individuals with Dementia/Alzheimer's.
• Assist with morning and evening routines.

Key qualities include the ability to listen, communicate clearly, and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and professional manner. Respect for people from diverse backgrounds and beliefs, and a commitment to non-discriminatory care practices, are essential. The role requires excellent time management, organization, and reliability, along with good personal hygiene and a professional appearance. You will need to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant body and have Class 1 business insurance if using your own vehicle for work purposes, or reliable transportation.

Qualifications

No formal qualifications are required. However, a passion for caring and motivation to help us achieve our goals are highly valued.

Additional Information

We are seeking a Care Professional who speaks Marathi to assist a client unable to communicate in English. As a Live-in Care Professional, you will receive industry-leading training, competitive pay, and excellent support. Accommodation includes three meals a day or an allowance, a private room, and access to TV and WiFi. We offer comprehensive training and support, flexible work arrangements, and additional benefits such as a Blue Light Card, referral bonuses, health helpline, mileage allowance, and opportunities for career progression including NVQ levels.

Applicants must have previous domiciliary care experience, valid right-to-work documents, and reside in the UK. Sponsorships are not available at this time.