Live-in Healthcare Assistant

EmpoweringU Healthcare; Stafford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in England is seeking a Live in Care Assistant to support a 35-year-old female client with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. The ideal candidate will assist with personal care and daily living activities, providing companionship and promoting the client's independence. This role offers flexible working hours and comprehensive training opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

Flexible hours

Comprehensive training

Employee benefits including pension schemes and holiday pay

Free flu jabs

Health & wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months care experience is essential.
• Previous knowledge/experience with mental health support is desirable.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Support with mobility, repositioning, and safe transfers.
• Help with daily living activities such as meal preparation and light housekeeping.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Title: Live in Care Assistant

Location: Stafford, ST19

Salary: £129.00 per day and an additional £10.00 per day food allowance.

Full-Time / Part-Time Positions Available

Join Our Caring Team in the Staffordshire area! We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Care Assistants to join our friendly team in Stafford. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a real difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with all aspects of daily living, while enjoying a rewarding and fulfilling career.

Job Description

Supporting a 35 year old female who has Ehlers‑Danlos Syndrome. This client requires support with medication administration and nebulisers. She also requires support with all aspects of daily living, personal care and assistance with eating and drinking. A driver is preferred for this role as the client has an adapted vehicle which can be used to access the local community. The client has a pet in the property.

Hours: Weekly Live In, flexible with time period.

What We Offer

• Flexible Hours: Full-time and part-time hours to suit your availability.
• Comprehensive Training: Full nurse‑led training, Face‑to‑face training sessions and NVQ enrolment, including opportunities for ongoing development and career progression.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside a compassionate team that truly values each member.
• Employee Benefits: Including pension schemes, training bonus and holiday pay.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Support with mobility, repositioning and safe transfers.
• Help with daily living activities such as meal preparation, shopping, and light housekeeping. The client has lots of interests such as arts and crafts, watching movies, getting out into the community and much more.
• Build positive relationships with service users, encouraging their independence and dignity. Also providing support with mental health and companionship.
• Monitor and report on changes in health and well‑being to senior staff.

What We’re Looking For

• A compassionate nature and genuine desire to help others.
• A minimum of 6 months care experience is essential. Previous knowledge/experience with mental health support is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
• A full Enhanced DBS check will be required for all successful candidates.

If you are passionate about providing high‑quality care and making a difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits

• Free flu jabs
• Health & wellbeing programme

Do you have 6 months UK based care experience?

Do you have a full UK drivers licence?

Are you happy to work in the client’s own home if they have pets?