Live in Carer

Integrative Care Supported Living Ltd; England; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrative Care Supported Living Ltd. is seeking compassionate Live-in Carers to join our growing team. You will reside in clients' homes, delivering personalised care, companionship and practical support to maintain independence and dignity.

The role involves flexible placements across Leicestershire and surrounding areas, with a focus on person-centred care, safeguarding and professional communication with families and health professionals.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and ongoing professional development.
• Compassionate, reliable and empathetic approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: support bathing, dressing, grooming and hygiene.
• Companionship and emotional support to promote wellbeing.
• Medication support following individual care plans.
• Meal preparation and hydration support.
• Mobility assistance and safe transfers at home.
• Light household duties including cleaning and laundry.
• Encourage daily living activities and independence.
• Accompany to appointments and social activities.
• Monitor health and wellbeing and report concerns.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Follow safeguarding, infection control and health & safety policies.
• Deliver person-centred care respecting privacy and preferences.
• Maintain professional communication with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Education

NVQ/RQF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Care Certificate

Job description

Leicestershire Full-time, Part-time, Bank £12.92 per hourly Posted 19 Oct 2026

Full-time

Part-time

Bank

About Us

Integrative Care is a dedicated health and social care provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals across the UK.We work in partnership with Local Authorities, Social Services, healthcare professionals, and private individuals to provide tailored care services that promote independence, dignity, choice, and overall wellbeing.Our services include Live-in Care, Domiciliary Care, and Supported Living, supporting adults with a wide range of care needs, including older people, individuals with physical disabilities, mental health conditions, complex care needs, and those requiring assistance with everyday living.Through our Live-in Care services, we provide compassionate, personalised support within the comfort and familiarity of an individual's own home, enabling them to maintain their independence, routines, and quality of life.At Integrative Care, we are passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives through safe, reliable, and compassionate care.

Job Summary

We are looking for compassionate, reliable, flexible and dedicated Live-in Carers to join our growing team at Integrative Care.As a Live-in Carer, you will provide personalised care and support to individuals in the comfort of their own homes, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.You will reside in the individual's home during agreed placements, providing practical assistance, personal care, companionship and emotional support tailored to their individual needs and preferences.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's everyday life while working as part of a supportive and professional care team.Working ArrangementsThis is a Live-in Care position where you will reside in the individual's home for agreed placement periods.Placements and working arrangements may vary depending on the individual's care and support needs.Working hours, responsibilities, breaks and rest periods will be agreed in advance in accordance with the placement arrangements and applicable employment legislation.LocationsWe provide care and support across:BottesfordMelton MowbrayLoughboroughSurrounding areas

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Supporting individuals with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Companionship and Emotional Support: Providing companionship, reassurance and emotional support to promote wellbeing and reduce social isolation.
• Medication Support: Assisting with medication in accordance with individual care plans, training and company policies.
• Meal Preparation and Nutrition: Preparing nutritious meals and supporting individuals with their dietary requirements and hydration needs.
• Mobility Support: Assisting with mobility, transfers and safe movement around the home, using appropriate equipment where required.
• Household Assistance: Supporting with light household duties, including cleaning, laundry, shopping and maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment.
• Daily Living and Independence: Encouraging and supporting individuals to maintain their daily routines, hobbies, interests and independence.
• Community and Social Activities: Accompanying individuals to appointments, social activities and community outings where required.
• Health and Wellbeing Monitoring: Observing and reporting changes in an individual's physical health, emotional wellbeing or care needs.
• Care Documentation: Maintaining accurate and timely care records and reporting concerns appropriately.
• Safeguarding and Safety: Following safeguarding procedures, infection prevention and control measures, and health and safety policies.
• Person-Centred Care: Respecting each individual's privacy, dignity, independence, choices and personal preferences.
• Communication: Maintaining professional communication with individuals, their families, healthcare professionals and the management team where appropriate.

Qualifications & Skills

• NVQ/RQF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (desirable).
• Care Certificate or equivalent relevant care training (desirable).
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and ongoing professional development (essential).

Requirements

• Compassionate, caring and empathetic approach to supporting individuals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and exercise good judgement.
• Reliable, trustworthy, patient and professional.
• Willingness to reside in an individual's home for agreed live-in care placements.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while respecting the individual's home, privacy and personal preferences.
• Good understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, confidentiality and dignity in care.
• Ability to follow individual care plans and maintain accurate care records.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to different care needs, routines and home environments.
• Ability to build positive professional relationships with individuals, families and healthcare professionals.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Ability to communicate concerns and report changes in an individual's health or wellbeing appropriately.

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Please note: these are the qualifications we accept for this role — you are not expected to hold all of them. Applicants only need the level and type of NVQ/Diploma relevant to the role they are applying for, or an equivalent qualification. Candidates working towards a relevant qualification, or with substantial care experience, are also welcome to apply.

Experience

1 year

Sponsorship

Applications close: 26 Nov 2026

Integrative Supported Living Care Ltd.

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