We are seeking a female live‑in carer (required due to the need to provide personal care in line with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1) to support a gentleman with spinal injury care needs in Nottingham (NG4). If you are a confident driver who enjoys supporting someone to maintain structure, independence, and daily outings, this could be the perfect role for you.
This role is ideal for a calm, organised, and reliable carer who can follow a clear routine and offer respectful support. You'll provide one‑on‑one care, assisting with personal care, mobility, transfers/equipment, and day‑to‑day tasks to ensure the client's day runs smoothly. He enjoys getting out daily, so confidence driving his adapted vehicle is essential.
Responsibilities
* Assist with personal care, mobility, meal prep, and daily living activities.
* Provide support with spinal injury care and encourage independence.
* Observe and record client’s health status and ensure their safety.
* Drive and support with daily outings, community access, and appointments.
* Assist clients with activities of daily living.
* Ensure client confidentiality.
* Notify clients of changes in medications.
* Arrange transportation for client appointments.
Requirements
* Female live‑in carer (per Equality Act 2010).
* Confident driver with a clean driver’s licence, able to operate the client’s adapted vehicle.
* Right to work in the UK.
* Enhanced DBS check or online sign‑up.
* References.
* Complete our online application form.
Job Details
Job type: Live‑in
Shift pattern: 2 weeks live‑in, 2 weeks off (may vary slightly over Christmas depending on routine). Following the rest period, you may have the option to work with another client for one week, or join our Standby rota if eligible.
Pay rate: £136.38 per day
Food allowance: Full daily food allowance provided
Travel allowance: Competitive for each placement, includes training & support.
About Paragon Home Healthcare
At Paragon Home Healthcare, we prioritize our staff. We are a professional, innovative, and rewarding team with a primary goal: to enhance the lives of those in need of care through compassionate, consistent, and high‑quality home care services. Join our award‑winning team, where we offer immediate starts, swift recruitment, paid training, flexible schedules, and regular work. Our staff consistently rates us as a 5‑star employer. Paragon Home Healthcare is a client‑focused and ethical care organization committed to delivering exceptional quality of care while valuing and supporting our staff.
We welcome applications from female carers who are kind, dependable, organised, and confident supporting someone in their own home. You don't need prior spinal injury experience – just a willingness to learn and follow the client’s established routine.
Paragon Home Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. Roles with occupational requirements are assessed on a case‑by‑case basis and are compliant with the Equality Act 2010.
As a thank you for choosing us, once you're fully recruited to work, you'll receive £150 for your paid training included in your first paycheck and an additional £250 joining bonus once you've successfully passed your probation period. Apply today and take the next step in your career with a company that rewards your commitment!
Benefits
* Up to £400 in Joining & Training Rewards.
* Competitive Pay Rates.
* Double Pay on Xmas Day.
* 24/7 Nurse‑Led Support.
* Fully Paid Training – e‑Learning & In‑Person.
* Career Development Opportunities.
* £250 Refer‑a‑Friend Bonus.
* Growth and progression opportunities.
* Relaxed and supportive work setting.
* On‑the‑job training.
* Safe and inclusive work environment.
* Travel allowance (if eligible).
* Two‑weekly payroll.
* Stable, regular shifts with advance schedules.
* Staff reward and benefits scheme.
* 24‑hour support.
* Nurse‑led service and expert guidance.
* Award‑winning employer, recommended by our staff.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* £150 training bonus and £250 joining bonus after probation.
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