Live In Carer

Proud to Care Cornwall; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in St. Austell seeks a dedicated Live-In Carer to provide around-the-clock support to clients in their homes. The role involves personal care, medication management, meal preparation, and promoting overall well-being. Candidates should have prior care experience and a valid driving license. This position offers £824 per week plus benefits such as holiday pay and training opportunities. Join us to make a difference while enjoying flexible work patterns and support from a stable management team.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Holiday pay

Pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a care capacity, such as community or care home.
• Must be a driver with a valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Support medication administration and monitor health changes.
• Help with nutrition and meal preparation.
• Promote physical and mental well-being through activities and companionship.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Previous care experience

Driving license

Job description

As a Live-In Carer, you’ll live in a client’s home and provide round-the-clock support. You’ll play a vital role in helping people maintain their independence and dignity, in the comfort of their own home.

Your responsibilities will include :

Personal & Health Care

• Assisting with personal care: washing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and continence support.
• Supporting medication administration and monitoring health changes.
• Helping with nutrition: preparing meals, feeding support, hydration, and mealtime companionship.
• Using equipment such as hoists to support independence and safety.
• Promoting both physical and mental well-being through activities and companionship.

Daily Living & Housekeeping

• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe environment: housework, laundry, bed changes.
• Preparing meals and snacks, setting the table or tray, and cleaning up.
• Shopping and managing small errands or administrative tasks.
• Greeting visitors with courtesy and professionalism, respecting the client’s home.

Relationships & Communication

• Building strong, supportive and respectful relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Acting as a liaison with the client’s family, healthcare professionals and River Exe Healthcare management.
• Escalating any concerns promptly and maintaining accurate, confidential records.
• Supporting the client’s spiritual, emotional and social needs, encouraging hobbies, friendships, and community connection.

What We Offer

• £824 per week
• Plus: Holiday pay, SSP, pension contributions, and bonus
• 28 days annual leave
• Monthly pay and pay reviews each April
• Full face-to-face induction programme and in-house training
• Career development opportunities
• Flexible work patterns
• A stable management team and local offices for ongoing support
• Monthly team meetings
• 24/7 well-being support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card
• Generous refer-a-friend scheme
• Company-paid social events

Essential Skills

Must have previous experience within care capacity, whether this be community, care home, hospital or similar or perhaps caring for a family member.

Must be a driver with a valid driving license.