Live-In Carer - National

Unique Senior Care; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 7,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bank holidays double pay

Mileage allowance

Training programme

Job summary

Unique Senior Care is hiring Live-in Care Assistants across the UK to provide companionship, personal care and support in clients' homes. Roles require at least 1 year of professional care experience and the ability to travel anywhere in the UK for placements.

We offer excellent weekly pay (£903–£1,036) with bank holidays paid at double time, paid mileage and a comprehensive training programme, plus DBS checks and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Companionship

Meal preparation

Personal care

Medication administration

Household tasks

Independence promotion

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to travel UK

Job description

£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?

Live-in Care Assistant / Carer

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 to £1036 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

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

What We’re Looking For

• 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.

If you’re ready for a fulfilling career as a Live-in Care Assistant / Carer, apply today and start making a real difference in people’s lives.

The post you are applying for is exempt from the provision of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Orders 1975 and 2001 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. If successful in being appointed this position, we will carry out a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced criminal record check.

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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.