Live in Carer - Weymouth and Salisbury

St Jude's Care Ltd; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 36,445 - 45,454; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Referral bonus

Induction training

DBS check covered

Job summary

A care service provider in Weymouth is seeking a Live-in Carer to join their team. In this role, you'll support clients in their homes, assist with personal care routines, prepare meals, and administer medication, all while offering companionship. The ideal candidate will have effective communication skills and at least six months of relevant experience. A competitive salary starting from £900 per week and a £500 referral bonus for each new hire referred are offered. Join a team that values making a difference in others' lives.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Good standard of English for effective communication.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to undertake one.
• Approximately 6 months minimum Live-in Carer experience.
• Preferably hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in and around their own home.
• Assist clients with personal care routines.
• Prepare meals tailored to clients’ dietary needs.
• Administer medication on schedule.
• Offer companionship and create a warm environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Personal care routines

Meal preparation

Medication administration

Companionship and support

Job description

About Us

At St Jude’s Care, we specialise in providing compassionate and high-quality care services to individuals in need. Our mission is to make every moment matter, our tagline; ‘We care about your care’!

Join our team as a Live-in Carer and make a meaningful difference in someone's life every day.

About The Role

• You will be matched with our clients, where you will support them in and around their own home.
• Your day will start with assisting clients with personal care routines, ensuring they feel comfortable and dignified.
• You’ll prepare meals tailored to our clients’ dietary needs and preferences, providing both sustenance and enjoyment.
• Administering medication on schedule is a crucial part of your role, ensuring clients maintain their health and well‑being.
• Throughout the day, you’ll offer companionship and support, creating a warm and caring environment.

Why Work for St Jude's Care?

• Competitive salary from £900 per week.
• £500 referral bonus for each friend you refer who joins our team (subject to T&C’s).
• Set working pattern to enjoy a work/life balance with a regular income.
• DBS check covered (subject to T&C’s).
• One full day induction training to achieve Care Certificate Level, provided by our qualified trainers.
• We are expanding to include more complex care packages. If you are a carer seeking experience with PEG feeding, suction, or other advanced care tasks, we can provide the support and opportunities you need.

About You

• You have the right to work in the UK.
• You have a good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• You have an enhanced DBS or be willing to undertake one.
• You have approximately 6 months minimum Live-in Carer experience.
• Preferably have a full driving licence.
• Please note: Sponsorships are not available at this time.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're excited to join a team that values every moment, give Sarah, our Recruitment Manager, a call at 01305 559047 or email [e-mail] to chat about our opportunities.