Live-in Care Assistant

As a salaried Live-in Carer and companion, you will live side by side with your client in their home to provide care and companionship. As well as everyday tasks, you will have time to build a nurturing relationship, doing things like reading the papers, crafting, or drinking tea in the garden with your client.

Responsibilities

Providing friendly companionship; Assisting clients with personal care; Helping with light housekeeping; Assisting with outings; Supporting clients with taking medication; Assisting clients with walking, mobility, and light exercise; Planning and preparing meals; Writing updates in the communication book after each visit; Monitoring and paying attention to the overall welfare of clients and reporting any changes or concerns to the office; Forming positive relationships with family members and friends who also have an input into the daily life of your clients; During sleepover packages, you will be required to assist clients throughout the night

Requirements

Empathy and patience; Commitment and reliability; Good verbal and written communication; Proof of right to work in the UK; To pass the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) or the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks; A driving licence and car are essential

Nice to have

People who bring out the best in others

Benefits

First-class training and ongoing development, delivered by our Bright Care Training Academy; A contract with a guaranteed working pattern agreed in advance with your Care Manager; Good work-life balance; All mileage paid, as well as covered public transport cost; A contribution of up to £100 towards travel between Scotland and England if required; Accrued paid holidays