Shared Lives Carer – Flexible, Home-Based Support

Oxfordshire County Council; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxfordshire County Council is seeking compassionate individuals to become Shared Lives Carers who provide care in their own homes. You can choose from flexible arrangements, from short breaks to long-term, with self-employment and the option to work around your existing commitments.

Carers are paid on a sessional rate per person supported, with training and ongoing support from the Shared Lives Scheme. A spare bedroom and a positive, teachable attitude are essential to join our welcoming

Qualifications

• Willing to learn and have a positive approach.
• Have a spare bedroom and be comfortable sharing your home.
• Self-employed basis and able to manage own tax and bookings.
• No prior experience in social care required, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide paid care in your own home and support adults with daily living.
• Undergo training and assessment as part of the Shared Lives Scheme.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willing to learn

Spare bedroom

Sharing home

Job description

Oxfordshire County Council is seeking compassionate individuals to become Shared Lives Carers who provide care in their own homes. You can choose from flexible arrangements, from short breaks to long-term, with self-employment and the option to work around your existing commitments.

Carers are paid on a sessional rate per person supported, with training and ongoing support from the Shared Lives Scheme. A spare bedroom and a positive, teachable attitude are essential to join our welcoming