Live-In Care Assistant

Your primary responsibilities will include :

• Providing live-in care in client's homes.


• Offer companionship, conversation and accompanying clients to take part in their chosen activities.


• Support the client to be an active member in their care, involving them in a variety of activities (for example, picking out clothes and preparing meals).


• Performing light housekeeping tasks around the client's home.


• Help with shopping and deliveries.


• Assist with bathing, dressing and grooming and support with continence care.


• Providing medication reminders or assisting with medication administration.


Within the client's home, you will be provided with a private room with a TV as well as access to Wi-Fi. Food will be provided by the client (or a food allowance arranged if preferred).

Each day will include a two-hour break for the live-in Care Assistant, provided either by the client's family or another member of the client's care team.

On average, you will be likely to spend 8 hours in a 24-hour period carrying out your care duties as a live-in Care Assistant.

Though care experience isn't essential, it is preferred for applicants for a live-in role. Successful applicants will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant body.

Must have a means of transport as clients may like you to accompany them on appointments or outings and can live in remote areas.

Essential criteria for this role :

• Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant manner.


• Ability to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short notice.


• Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions.


• Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations.


• Excellent time-keeper who is organised and reliable.
  
  Professional development opportunities including City & Guilds accredited courses and the option to enrol in a paid-for Diploma in Health and Social Care.


• Become part of a friendly and reputable company with a large community outreach, with opportunities to be involved in local events and fundraising for our Home Instead Charities.


• Access to discounts for big brand stores, utility providers and more.


• Complimentary wellness programme with access to 24-hour wellbeing support as well as financial resources, access to healthcare and counselling.


• Support from our 24-hour on-call team to help you with any queries or concerns.