Live-in Carer

Walfinch East Barnet; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A live-in caregiving service is seeking caregivers in Chipping Barnet, UK, to provide personal care and support for individuals in their homes. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, medication management, meal preparation, and safety checks. Prior experience in caregiving is preferred, along with relevant training. This role offers a supportive environment for compassionate individuals dedicated to enhancing the well-being of their clients.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in live-in or personal care roles is often preferred.
• Certifications like Caregiver or Health and Social Care qualification are often required.
• Emotional intelligence and a caring, patient approach are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Help with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Remind the individual to take medications and assist with health monitoring.
• Plan and cook meals according to dietary requirements.

Skills

Prior experience in caregiving

Compassion and patience

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Caregiver or Health and Social Care qualification

First Aid training

Medication Management training

Job description

Overview

~ No Sponsorship Provided for this role ~

A "live-in care" job involves providing personal care and support to individuals who may need assistance with daily activities but want to remain in their own home rather than in a care facility. This role typically involves staying in the client’s home to provide 24/7 support, with the caregiver either having a room to themselves or sharing space with the person they are caring for.

Core Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Help with bathing, dressing, and grooming; assist with toileting and incontinence care; support with mobility and transfers (e.g., from bed to wheelchair).
• Medication Management: Remind the individual to take medications; assist with administering medications if necessary; monitor health for any changes or side effects from medication.
• Meal Preparation: Plan and cook meals according to dietary requirements; assist with feeding if necessary.
• Household Duties: Light housekeeping (cleaning, laundry, tidying up); grocery shopping or running errands as needed.
• Companionship: Provide emotional and social support; engage in activities the person enjoys (reading, games, hobbies, etc.); ensure the individual feels safe, comfortable, and valued.
• Health Monitoring: Keep track of any changes in physical or mental health; communicate with medical professionals, family, or other caregivers.
• Safety and Well-being: Ensure the home is a safe environment, free from hazards; assist with fall prevention and general safety checks.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Prior experience in caregiving, particularly in live-in or personal care roles, is often preferred.
• Training: Certifications like Caregiver or Health and Social Care qualification, First Aid, and Medication Management training are often required.
• Compassion and Patience: Emotional intelligence, and a caring, patient approach are crucial.
• Communication Skills: The ability to communicate well with the individual, their family, and medical professionals.
• Physical Stamina: The job can require physical activity (moving, lifting, assisting with mobility).