Live-In Carer - National

Uniquecare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,086 - 47,138; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage & food allowance

Award-winning training programme

Flexible rotas with guaranteed breaks

Career progression opportunities

Fully funded Blue Light Card for discounts

Job summary

Unique Senior Care is hiring Live-in Care Assistants across the UK. The role offers competitive pay ranging from £903.00 to £1036.00 per week, with bank holidays paid at double time. Responsibilities include providing companionship, preparing meals, and assisting with personal care. Candidates should have at least one year of professional care experience and be compassionate with strong communication skills. The company promotes equal employment opportunities and offers excellent support and career progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional care experience.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.
• Compassionate and caring nature.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Prepare nutritious meals for clients.
• Assist with personal care and medication.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Compassion

Patience

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Job description

Live-in Care Assistant / Carer

£129.00 to £148 per day £903.00 to 1036.00 per week

Bank Holidays paid at double time, up to £258.00 per day + Benefit | Immediate Starts

Are you an experienced Care Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? We’re hiring Live-in Care Assistants / Carers across the UK to join our supportive and growing team at Unique Senior Care.

Please note: we currently have no capacity for male care assistants.

What We Offer Our Live-in Care Assistants

• Excellent pay – £903.00 to £1036.00 per week / Bank Holidays double time
• Paid mileage & food allowance
• Award-winning training programme – full induction & ongoing support
• Double pay on bank holidays - holiday pay & 3% pension
• Flexible rotas with guaranteed 2-hour break every day
• No uniform required – promoting dignity and individuality for our clients
• Fully funded Blue Light Card for amazing discounts
• Career progression – paid Level 2, 3 & 5 Diplomas in Adult Care
• Option to buy additional annual leave (up to 1 week per year)

What You’ll Do as a Live-in Carer

As a Live-in Care Assistant, you’ll provide essential support to our clients in their own homes, including:

• Companionship and emotional support
• Preparing hot, nutritious meals
• Personal shopping and running errands
• Assisting with personal care and administering medicationHelping with household tasks such as laundry and cleaning
• Encouraging independence and community involvement

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Minimum 1 year of professional care experience
• Proof of right to work in the UK
• Strong communication skills – written and spoken English
• Compassion, patience, and a caring nature
• The ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team
• Willingness to travel anywhere in the UK for placements

Why Join Unique Senior Care?

We are a multi-award-winning home care provider with an excellent reputation for quality and compassion. Our inclusive culture, career development opportunities and strong company values mean you’ll feel supported every step of the way.

Ready for a fulfilling career as a Live-in Care Assistant / Carer? Apply today and start making a real difference in people’s lives.

Unique Senior Care is proud to promote equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, national origin, ethnic background, disability, or age.