Self-Employed Live-in Carer — Compassionate Home Care

Medicare People Limited; Ferring; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in placements

Good earnings

Flexible placements

Accommodation included

Free training

Referral programme

24/7 support

Meaningful work

Job summary

Medicare People is recruiting dedicated self-employed Live-in Carers in Ferring to provide one-to-one care and companionship in clients' homes. Accommodation is provided during placements, with support from the Medicare People team.

As a self-employed Live-in Carer, you will tailor care to individual routines, assist with personal care, meals, mobility, and medications, while enabling clients to stay independent and comfortable in their own homes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' professional care experience in the UK.
• A caring attitude and genuine desire to help others.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence working independently and managing your time.
• Experience supporting clients with daily living activities.
• Adaptability and a positive approach to care.
• Reliability, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Commitment to person-centred support.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Medication experience is desirable.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one care within the client's home.
• Support clients with personal care and hygiene needs.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with mobility and daily living activities.
• Prepare nutritious meals and encourage hydration.
• Administer and record medication as required.
• Help with light housekeeping and laundry.
• Complete important errands when needed.
• Monitor wellbeing and escalate concerns.
• Maintain accurate daily care records.
• Communicate effectively with families and professionals.
• Promote independence and improve quality of life.

Skills

Care experience UK

Communication skills

Independent worker

Time management

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care (welcomed)

Job description

Medicare People is recruiting dedicated self-employed Live-in Carers in Ferring to provide one-to-one care and companionship in clients' homes. Accommodation is provided during placements, with support from the Medicare People team.

As a self-employed Live-in Carer, you will tailor care to individual routines, assist with personal care, meals, mobility, and medications, while enabling clients to stay independent and comfortable in their own homes.