Live‑In Care Support Worker / Live In Domiciliary Carer
This rewarding role offers you the chance to provide essential care and support, enabling people to live independently and comfortably within their own homes.
Live‑In Carer – providing round‑the‑clock support, companionship, and assistance with daily living while residing in the client’s home. Please only apply if you’re happy working in a Live‑In role.
Salary: £750 – £900 per week plus benefits.
Location: Plymouth, Devon, South West England.
Job Type: Full‑Time and Part‑Time, Permanent hours available.
Working Hours: Flexible hours available.
Job Overview
We have a fantastic new opportunity for a compassionate, dependable live‑in care support worker who is passionate about providing person‑centred care. You will play a key role in supporting individuals with daily living, personal care, and companionship, helping them remain independent in their own homes.
About Us
1‑2‑1 Live in Care is an independent care provider specialising in personalised live‑in care across the South West of England. We work in close partnership with clients, families and health‑care professionals to deliver compassionate, flexible and respectful care. Our experienced carers are matched to individual needs to promote dignity, independence and wellbeing while recognising cultural, social and personal preferences.
Duties
* Provide personal care: Assist with washing, dressing and toileting needs.
* Prepare meals: Support with meal planning and cooking.
* Offer companionship: Build trusting relationships and provide emotional support.
* Support with medication: Follow care plans and administer medication (training provided).
* Assist with appointments: Accompany clients to health‑care visits and outings.
* Maintain a safe environment: Ensure household tasks and light cleaning are completed.
* Promote independence: Encourage clients to live fulfilling and independent lives.
* Show empathy: Demonstrate understanding, patience and compassion in all situations.
Candidate Requirements
* Experience in care: Some previous experience in a care home, hospital or community care setting.
* Good communication: Ability to keep accurate records and engage effectively with clients.
* Reliable and responsible: Committed to supporting vulnerable adults.
* Right to work in the UK: Valid proof required such as passport, settled or pre‑settled status or visa.
* Flexibility to travel: Willingness to work across the South West of England.
* Driving licence (desirable): Not essential but advantageous.
Benefits
* Competitive pay: Weekly rates from £700 – £900 depending on client needs.
* Food allowance: Meals provided or £56 weekly food allowance.
* Enhanced pay: Double time on bank holidays.
* Flexible placements: Choose assignments from 1–12 weeks – you can let us know what you would like to work.
* Training and development: Free induction, Care Certificate and additional qualifications.
* Holiday and pension: 28 days’ holiday (pro‑rata) plus pension scheme.
* Travel costs: Paid travel and mileage between placements.
* Ongoing support: 24/7 on‑call management and regular rota planning.
* Perks: Free Blue Light Card (after probation) and subsidised DBS.
* Rewards: Annual bonus scheme recognising your contribution.
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