Join Our Team and Earn a £400 Bonus
As a thank you for choosing Paragon, once you're fully recruited, you'll receive £150 for paid training in your first paycheck and an additional £250 joining bonus after successfully completing your probation period. Apply today and take the next step in your career with a company that truly values and rewards your commitment.
About the Role
Are you a compassionate and experienced Live-In Carer / Personal Assistantlooking for a rewarding role? Join Paragon Home Healthcare and support a client living with a spinal cord injury (quadriplegia) who leads an active and creative lifestyle. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, community engagement, and making a genuine difference every day.
You'll support a respectful, friendly client who enjoys:
• Exercise and staying active
• Music and creative projects
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
• Personal care and mobility assistance
• Driving to activities, appointments, and social outings
• Basic household tasks
• Supporting daily organisation and independence
Full training is provided, and you'll be supported by an experienced clinical and care team throughout.
Location & Driving
Location: St Albans AL2Driving: Essential – regular outings are part of the role. A full UK driving licence is required, and insurance is provided for use of the client's adapted vehicle.
Pay, Rota & Rewards
Pay: £147.75 per dayBonus: Up to £400 joining & training bonus
• £150 paid with your first salary
• £250 paid after successful probation
Food allowance: £49 per weekTravel allowance: Competitive travel allowance per placement
Rota: 2 weeks live-in, followed by 2 weeks offAfter a 1-week rest, you may choose to work with another client or join our Standby rota, working conveniently from home.
Main Responsibilities
* Deliver person-centred personal care and mobility support
• Support daily routines, community activities, and engagement
• Assist with safe transfers and day-to-day living tasks
• Help with household organisation
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate any changes
What We're Looking For
Female carer required due to the need to provide personal care (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1).
We welcome applications from female carers who are:
• Positive, reliable, and respectful
• Energetic and comfortable with an active routine
• Confident driving and accompanying the client
• Happy supporting both personal care and daily tasks
• Flexible and adaptable to individual needs
No previous spinal care experience required — full training provided from a specialist provider and trusted partner of the SIA Spinal Injuries Association
Training & Ongoing Support
Paragon is a specialist provider of spinal cord injury and complex care. You'll receive full training before you start, along with continuous clinical guidance and support.
Additional Benefits
Up to £400 Joining & Training Bonus, Competitive Pay Rates, Double Pay on Christmas Day, 24/7 Nurse-Led Clinical Support, Career Development Opportunities, £250 Refer-a-Friend Bonus, Cycle to Work Scheme, Award-Winning Employer
Paid Training from a Trusted Specialist SIA Provider
Requirements to Work With Us
* Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS check (or online sign-up)
• References
About Paragon Home Healthcare
At Paragon, we put people first — both our clients and our carers. We're a professional, innovative, and supportive care provider delivering high-quality, compassionate care across the UK. Our carer staff consistently rate us as a 5-star employer, and we are proud to be an award-winning organisation.
If you're interested — or know someone who might be a great fit — we'd love to hear from you. Apply today
Paragon Home Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. Occupational requirements are assessed on a case-by-case basis in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £147.75 per day
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person