Self-Employed Shared Lives Carer – Live-In Support

London Borough of Hounslow; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Hounslow is seeking caring individuals to become Shared Lives Carers, offering support in a family and community setting. Carers are self-employed and work in partnership with the London Borough of Hounslow, receiving payments based on the needs and arrangement offered.

Roles include live-in support or short breaks, with responsibilities to help residents access community activities, learn life skills and foster independence while maintaining person-centred care and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Have a spare bedroom if you wish to provide full-time (live-in) support.
• Can communicate effectively, build positive and respectful relationships, and support others with care and patience.
• Are flexible, reliable and able to manage responsibilities with appropriate guidance and support.
• Are willing to take part in the assessment process and attend required training.
• Work in partnership with professionals and follow agreed support plans.

Responsibilities

• Support people to manage daily routines, household tasks and other aspects of everyday life.
• Help individuals access and enjoy community activities, social opportunities, education, work and hobbies.
• Support people to gain life skills, make choices and become more independent.
• Provide encouragement and emotional support while developing trusting and meaningful relationships.
• Promote wellbeing, inclusion and person-centred support tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Patience

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

London Borough of Hounslow is seeking caring individuals to become Shared Lives Carers, offering support in a family and community setting. Carers are self-employed and work in partnership with the London Borough of Hounslow, receiving payments based on the needs and arrangement offered.

Roles include live-in support or short breaks, with responsibilities to help residents access community activities, learn life skills and foster independence while maintaining person-centred care and wellbeing.