Live-In Carer – Dorset (Regular Ongoing Bookings)
Location: Multiple locations in Dorset
Job Type: Live-In Care | Regular Bookings | Minimum 1 Week per Assignment
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced female Live-In Carer to support one elderly client in their own home in Salisbury. This role offers regular ongoing work, with bookings ranging from 1 to 3 weeks at a time, providing continuity of care and a rewarding working pattern.
🕒 Shift Details
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Hours: 7:00am – 10:00pm (Live-in)
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Working Pattern: 6 days per week
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Breaks: 2-hour break per day + 1x 8-hour extended break during the week
🧑⚕️ Client Overview
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Level of Support: Moderate
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Primary Needs / Conditions:
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Elderly, housebound due to mobility issues
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Transfers independently from bedroom to living room
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Requires full personal care and occasional support with eating and drinking
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Has a Parkinson’s-type tremor
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Very softly spoken — requires someone with clear communication skills
🪄 Key Responsibilities
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Personal care and hygiene assistance
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Administering or prompting medication
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Safe manual handling and mobility support
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Preparing and cooking nutritious meals
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Companionship and emotional support
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Maintaining a tidy, comfortable living environment
🧰 Skills & Requirements
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Experience in personal care and manual handling essential
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Confidence with medication and care planning
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Kind, patient, and attentive with good communication skills
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Must be female (to meet client’s preference)
💷 What We Offer
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Regular, ongoing live-in bookings in the Salisbury area
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Support from a friendly and professional care team
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Weekly pay and 24/7 on-call support
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Opportunities for continuous bookings based on performance
If you are an experienced live-in carer looking for consistent work in a supportive environment — we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Apply today and join a team that values both carers and clients equally