Live In Carer

Nurseplus UK Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Live-in Carer to provide compassionate care in clients' homes. Responsibilities include personal care, meal planning, and medication administration. Competitive pay ranges from £750-£850 weekly, with additional travel and food allowances. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and strong communication skills. This role aims to enhance clients' quality of life by ensuring they feel valued and cared for in their own homes.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Travel and food allowance

Paid industry-leading training

Ongoing development and NVQ funding

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old with the right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle required.
• Enhanced DBS application necessary upon registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily activities.
• Assist clients with nutritional needs and meal planning.
• Administer medication as required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Compassionate care

Personal care assistance

Job description

Overview

Live-in Carer

Join Nurseplus as a Live-in Carer - Make a Real Difference in Your Community Every Day. As a Live-in Carer with Nurseplus Care at home, you'll provide outstanding, compassionate care directly in clients' homes. You will effectively become part of the family and support everything from companionship and personal care to managing complex care needs and medication requirements. Your role helps clients remain independent and enjoy fulfilled lives, while giving peace of mind to relatives that their loved ones are safe and well.

Why Join Nurseplus Care at home?

• Continuity of Care: You’ll work in one place, an average of 8-10 hours per day.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £750-£850, with weekly pay.
• Travel & Food Allowance: Up to £50 per week for food, plus £150 per travel allowance per booking.
• Tailored Client Matching: We pair you with clients that align with your skills and passions (mental health needs, learning disabilities, children, or older adults).
• Paid Industry-Leading Training: We fund training aligned with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework.
• Ongoing Development: Access in-house courses and funded qualifications like NVQ Levels 2 and 3.
• Blue Light Card: Discounts on high street and online purchases.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Live-in Carer, your role is to improve the quality of life for those you support. You will provide personal care, assist with nutritional needs, administer medication, and offer companionship, ensuring clients feel valued and cared for in their own homes. You will be working in one household, typically with one or two clients for the duration of the shift pattern described below.

• Provide personal care and support with daily activities.
• Assist with nutritional needs and meal planning.
• Administer medication as required.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Work in a single household, usually with one or two clients, for the specified shift pattern.

Placements can range from 2 to 12 weeks in the same home, dependent on client needs and flexibility. Examples of patterns and pay include:

• 2 weeks on / 1 week off (35 weeks per year, with 17 weeks off)
• 12 weeks on / 1 week off (48 weeks per year)

What We're Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence is essential, with access to your own vehicle.
• Strong communication skills and a good standard of English.
• You’ll need an enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and to caring for our staff as well as our clients. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment to empower our team to grow and contribute to the communities we serve.