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Oxford Aunts; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS checks

Ongoing training (Level 2/3)

Subsidised travel

24/7 support

Refer a friend program

Employee Assistance Programme

Peer support groups

Job summary

Oxford Aunts in Oxfordshire is seeking experienced live-in carers to provide companionship, personal care and support to clients, helping them maintain independence and wellbeing in their own homes.

You will be part of a close-knit team, with induction, DBS checks, ongoing training, and access to support from a central team. The role offers rewarding, flexible work with referral bonuses and a culture of care.

Qualifications

• Experienced in live-in care.
• Compassionate and committed to clients.
• Ability to support clients with personal care and daily living tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supporting clients with personal needs such as washing and dressing.
• Day to day task management including household duties to keep home clean and safe.
• Accompanying clients to medical appointments and social activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Reliability

Empathy

Job description

We are looking for experienced, compassionate, committed live-in carers who want to make a positive impact on people's lives. Providing companionship, care and support with all aspects of our clients lives. Physically and emotionally enhancing their quality of life well being.

Why Oxford Aunts

We have been providing care services throughout Oxfordshire and its surrounding counties for over 50 years. Located in the heart of Oxford, our reputation is built on high standards of live in care, local expertise and an approach to care delivery that is trusted by families throughout our community and beyond.If you enjoy talking, laughing, and helping clients live life to the fullest, and share our passion for quality care, we'd love to hear from you. Support our clients and earn up to £167 per day!

• We pay you to complete your induction training.
• Subsidised travel
• Free DBS checks
• Ongoing training including Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications in care and dementia awareness - over 25 carers started their diplomas last year.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice and support.
• 24/7/365 support from our central team.
• Earn up to £500 with every successful referral with our refer a friend program
• Peer lead steering groups, including LGBTQ+, Ethnicity and Culture and Neurodiversity
• 96% of our team would recommend working at Oxford Aunts (Glassdoor)
• “Fantastic, supportive team with a brilliant culture and collaborative environment. Hugely rewarding work with room to grow and develop in my role” Oxford Aunts Live-in Carer
• “I have been working in the Care Industry for over 5 years and moving over to Oxford Aunts was the BEST decision I have ever made! All the staff are caring and supportive, going above and beyond for their Live-In Carers and clients ensuring we are safe and supported in all aspects.” Oxford Aunts Live-in Carer

Key responsibilities

• Supporting our clients with personal needs such as washing and dressing.
• Day to day task management such as daily household duties ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the home
• Accompany to medical appointments and social activities

Shared Lives Carers are classed as self-employed and receive generous tax incentives

Leicestershire County Council Shared Lives Service