Live-in Carer

Medicare People Limited; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accommodation

Food budget

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Uniform & ID badge

Refer-a-friend

24/7 support

Job summary

Medicare People is actively seeking compassionate Live-in Carers in Leatherhead to provide personalised home-based support, helping clients maintain independence and dignity in familiar surroundings.

You will deliver one-to-one care, personal assistance, meal prep, medication prompts, companionship, and daily living support, with flexible placements and ongoing supervision from a care team that values safety and kindness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months UK care experience.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Good communication and empathy.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support in a home care setting
• Help clients with day-to-day living activities
• Assist with personal care including washing and dressing
• Encourage independence wherever possible
• Prepare nutritious meals and support hydration
• Offer companionship and emotional support
• Administer medication as required
• Assist with household chores and laundry
• Run errands and help with shopping
• Record important information in care notes
• Report changes in wellbeing promptly
• Communicate with families and healthcare professionals

Skills

Care experience

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Flexible approach

Reliability

Dignity & respect

Job description

About the Live-in Carer job in Leatherhead

Medicare People is recruiting compassionate and dependable Live-in Carer in Leatherhead to provide high-quality live-in care for people who wish to remain in the comfort of their own homes. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to support individuals on a one-to-one basis, helping them enjoy greater independence, confidence, and quality of life.

As a Live-in Carer in Leatherhead, you'll provide personalised support tailored to each client's needs, including personal care, companionship, meal preparation, medication prompts, and assistance with daily routines. Every day brings the chance to make a meaningful and lasting difference.

We offer flexible placements to suit a range of lifestyles and levels of experience, along with ongoing support from our friendly care team.

With placements available across Leatherhead and surrounding areas, we'll work closely with you to find opportunities that match your skills and preferences.

What we offer

• Regular Live-in Carer opportunities throughout Leatherhead
• Competitive pay from £830 per week
• Enhanced rates for bank holiday working
• Free accommodation while on assignment
• Food budget provided
• Flexible placement lengths from 4 days to 8 weeks
• Paid Blue Light Card membership
• Company pension scheme
• Free training and development opportunities
• Free uniform and ID badge
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• 24/7 support from our care management team
• A respectful workplace where your contribution is valued

What you'll do

• Provide one-to-one support in a home care setting
• Help clients with day-to-day living activities
• Assist with personal care including washing and dressing
• Encourage independence wherever possible
• Prepare nutritious meals and support hydration
• Offer companionship and emotional support
• Administer medication as required
• Assist with household chores and laundry
• Run errands and help with shopping
• Record important information in care notes
• Report changes in wellbeing promptly
• Communicate with families and healthcare professionals

What you'll bring

• A minimum of 6 months' UK care experience
• A friendly, caring and supportive nature
• Excellent communication skills
• Confidence supporting clients within their own homes
• The ability to work independently and responsibly
• A flexible approach to care and changing needs
• Reliability, professionalism and a positive attitude
• A commitment to dignity, respect and person-centred care
• Right to work in the UK
• Experience administering medication is desirable
• Previous live-in care experience is welcomed but not essential

Please note we do not sponsor visas.

About Medicare People

Medicare People provides high-quality live-in care services and offers rewarding live-in care jobs throughout Leatherhead and across the UK. We are committed to connecting caring and professional individuals with meaningful roles that help improve the lives of people receiving support at home.

As part of our growing team, you'll benefit from flexible placements, ongoing support from experienced care managers, and opportunities to develop your career within the live-in care sector.

We are proud to create positive experiences for both clients and carers, building lasting relationships based on trust, professionalism, and exceptional care. Visit our Live-in Care Jobs page to learn more about working with Medicare People.

Medicare People is a live-in care provider and employment agency, helping carers find rewarding live-in care jobs in Leatherhead and across the UK.