Job Description
Location: Altogether Care, Somerset area
We are looking for a compassionate caregiver who enjoys helping others. As a Live-in Care Assistant, you will live in the home of the person you are caring for, providing personalized care and support. Your presence will offer comfort and reassurance to the individual and their loved ones, ensuring they receive high‑quality, compassionate care at all times.
What You’ll Receive
* Welcome Bonus for new staff via our Care Friends “Refer a Friend”
* Permanent contract
* Fully funded induction, ongoing training and career development
* Access to 100s of eLearning courses and opportunity for career progression
* Good mileage allowance and Blue Light Card discounts
* Mental health support and access to wellbeing initiatives
* Pension scheme and staff recognition rewards
What YOU will be doing
* Providing high-quality care and support to clients in their own homes
* Assisting with personal care tasks such as medication, washing/bathing, oral hygiene and dressing
* Supporting clients with daily tasks, including meal preparation and general housekeeping
* Offering choices for social activities, accompanying clients to lead meaningful lives, providing emotional support, and promoting independence
* Building positive relationships with clients’ families, loved ones and other professionals involved in their support
Essential criteria
* At least one year of care experience
* Ability to work an average of 8‑week blocks on duty
* Attendance at induction and refresher training at our dedicated training centers
* Empower individuals to make their own decisions and choices
* Provide dignified assistance with personal care including washing, bathing, dressing and medication
* Offer physical and emotional support to those in your care
* Enable participation in daily living tasks and activities
* Assist with healthcare and personal appointments
* Foster positive relationships with individuals, their families, colleagues and other professionals
* Confidence in using mobile technology to record and deliver care
* Uphold Altogether Care’s values: Respect, Trust, Positivity, Safety and Compassion
* Adhere to safe working practices and comply with company policies
* Possess good communication and interpersonal skills that meet individual needs
* Demonstrate respect and adaptability to live with someone in their own home
* 1 year UK experience
Additional Information
Other organisations might call this role: Home Care Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, Live‑in Support Worker, Home Help Assistant, Domiciliary Carer, Homecare Worker, Supportive Living Carer, Home Caregiver, Live‑in Companion, Homecare Assistant, Respite Carer.
Contract type: Full‑time
Salary: From £101.68 daily to £139.81 daily
All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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