Live In Carer

Home Instead; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 13,922 - 19,828; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £50 towards travel costs

Ongoing paid training

Referral Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Time-and-a-Half Pay on Bank Holidays

Job summary

A leading care provider in East Hampshire is looking for dedicated Care Assistants for live-in care roles. You will assist clients with personal care, promote their well-being, and offer emotional support. Candidates should be compassionate, professional, and possess strong communication skills. Full training will be provided to help you thrive in your new role. This position offers travel expenses, a competitive hourly rate, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Warm, approachable personality with the ability to connect with older people.
• Dedicated and responsible, genuine passion for care.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Maintain clients’ comfort and well-being.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Encourage clients to maintain independence.

Skills

Compassion & Empathy

Professionalism

Communication Skills

Experience in live-in care

Home help support

Job description

💜 Have you got previous experience in Live In Care? We’ll Help You Shine!
Join Home Instead East Hampshire & Midhurst — rated Outstanding in Caring — and start a career where kindness matters more than experience. We’ll give you full training and support to help you make a real difference every day.

🚗Car drivers with a valid licence & access to own vehicle(PREFERRED) ✅

Job Description

👐 What we offer

• Up to £50 towards travel cost for 1st client
• Ongoing paid training & development: £12.25 per hour
• Supportive management and a friendly team environment
• Career progression opportunities — including roles as Senior Care Professional
• £200 Referral Bonus – Refer a friend who starts work and get rewarded!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support for your wellbeing
• Time-and-a-Half Pay on Bank Holidays

All new Care Assistants complete 2 days of training to prepare for their role, followed by ongoing support and development. You’ll also receive specialist training, including dementia care, to help you grow and deliver the highest quality care.

• Experience in live-in care
• Experience with personal care, medication support, and companionship
• Ability to provide home help support (meals, light housekeeping)
• Experience supporting clients with various health conditions, including dementia and Alzheimer’s
• Confident using care equipment such as hoists and other mobility aids

👐 What You’ll Be Doing:

• Personal Care & Daily Tasks: Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, meals, medication reminders, and mobility
• Comfort & Well-being: Deliver care respectfully, maintain privacy, monitor health, and enhance clients’ quality of life
• Companionship & Emotional Support: Provide friendly interaction, engage in activities, and reduce loneliness
• Promoting Independence: Encourage clients to do tasks they can manage, support safe mobility, and foster self-confidence at home

Qualifications

📋 Qualifications:

• Compassion & Empathy: A warm, approachable personality with the ability to connect meaningfully with older people
• Professionalism: Dedicated and responsible, with a genuine passion for delivering the highest quality of care
• Communication Skills: Positive outlook and ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English
• Eligibility: Right to work in the UK
• Mobility: Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle, as travel between client visits is preferred

Additional Information

Love helping others and want a career that truly matters? Join our caring team at Home Instead East Hampshire & Midhurst and start making a real difference today!