Live in carer London, England
Job description
What Is a Live-In Care Worker?
As the name suggests, a live-in care worker stays with a person in their home, offering round-the-clock support with a variety of tasks, ranging from household chores to personal care.
Essentially, the purpose of live-in care worker jobs is to support people to live as independently as possible; lightening the load when it becomes too heavy.
So, as you can imagine, it’s a role rooted in companionship. Live-in care workers form close bonds with the people they support; bonds that often last for years.
And, while each person will require support tailored to their individual needs, there are a number of core responsibilities that all live-in care workers will undertake at some point or another. They include:
- Personal care tasks (dressing, bathing, toileting)
- Cooking meals
- Handling medication
- Shopping and other errands
- Mobility assistance (helping people get around)
- Supporting with public outings and social activities
Essentially, a live-in care worker’s job description is to provide dedicated support, offering the person they’re caring for dignity and independence.
But, above all else, it’s a person-centred role, and important to be understanding, compassionate, and genuinely interested in people. Whether it’s reminiscing over a coffee or sharing a laugh at the breakfast table, being a live-in care worker means you’ll become an essential part of someone’s life.
Characteristics of a Live-In Carer
There are few jobs quite like being a live-in care worker. It’s uplifting yet challenging, inspiring yet demanding,
Care workers need to be a friend and confidant; able to understand how best to support someone through potentially difficult times. A live-in care worker is responsible for someone’s physical and emotional wellbeing; offering them the kind of care and compassion they’d expect for themselves.
As such, it requires a special kind of person. And while everyone has different strengths, live-in care workers often possess the following qualities:
- Compassion
- Friendliness
- Reliability
- Confidence
- Respect
In return, we will offer you:
- Friendly working environment
- Competitive Pay
- Training & funding towards qualifications
- Progression Opportunities
- Free Uniform
Pay for this role:
£95 per day
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £115.00 per day
Physical setting:
- Live-in
Ability to commute/relocate:
- North London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
