Live-in Female Carer
Location: Salisbury
Salary: £873.60 - £1092 per week
About Retain Healthcare
We are a leading provider of high-quality home care services, dedicated to supporting individuals to live independently and safely within their own homes. Built on a foundation of family values, we have been providing exceptional care for over 30 years. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our core values:
* Retaining Quality: Delivering exceptional care that consistently meets the highest standards.
* Retaining Independence: Empowering individuals to maintain their independence and dignity.
* Retaining Staff: Investing in our dedicated team through ongoing training and support.
* Retaining Skills: Continuously developing and enhancing our care expertise.
About the Role
We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Live-in Carers to join our growing team. You will provide personalized care and support to individuals with a range of needs and health conditions in the comfort of their own homes throughout Wiltshire and surrounding areas. The carer will ensure the client's well-being, safety, and comfort while promoting independence and dignity. This role requires someone who can live on-site, providing 24-hour care and companionship.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing personal care assistance, including assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting.
* Preparing meals and assisting with feeding.
* Medication administration and monitoring.
* Light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, and meal preparation.
* Providing companionship and emotional support.
* Assisting with shopping, errands, and social activities.
* Supporting the client to maintain their social and recreational interests.
* Accurate record-keeping and communication with the care team.
* Ensuring the client's safety and security within the home.
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience as a Live-In Care Assistant (minimum 1 year)
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Unrestricted Rights to Work in the UK (we do not offer Certificate of Sponsorship for these roles)
* Availability to attend in person 5 days of mandatory induction training in Cheltenham, Salisbury, or Chippenham
* Availability to work at the client's home on a 2-week on, 2-week off basis.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Compassionate, empathetic, and patient nature.
* Ability to work independently and with initiative.
* Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care.
Desirable Requirements
* DBS update service
* Relevant qualifications (Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care)
* Experience in supporting individuals in Live-In settings
Benefits
* Competitive rates of pay
* Week on, week off work pattern
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension scheme
* Weekly Pay
* 28 days Annual Leave
* FREE uniform
* PAID training
* Blue light and Lifestyle discount cards
* Recommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction
Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer; offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.
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