Overview
At St Jude's Care, our Live-in Carers make a real difference - bringing comfort and confidence to people living in their own homes. You'll provide one-to-one care - whether helping with personal care, medication support and home-cooked meals, or simply offering companionship over a cup of tea. Every day brings variety, purpose and the chance to improve someone's quality of life.
Responsibilities
* As a Live-In Carer, you'll support clients with personal care in a way that protects dignity, comfort and choice
* Prepare meals suited to their dietary needs and preferences
* Prompt or administer medication safely and on time
* Provide companionship, reassurance and a warm, steady presence throughout the day
* Assist with light household tasks to keep the home clean, safe and comfortable
* Encourage independence wherever possible, supporting clients to stay involved in daily routines
Qualifications
* A caring, reliable and person-centred approach
* Clear communication skills, good spoken English and a calm, reassuring manner
* Confidence working independently in a client?s home
* Right to work in the UK
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to complete one)
* 6+ months of live-in care experience
* A driving licence (desirable)
About St Jude's Care
St Jude's Care is a family-run care provider in Weymouth with over 20 years' experience, rated Good by the CQC. Our mission is to make a positive difference every day by helping people live happy, purposeful lives at home - and we believe great care starts with great carers.
Benefits
* Career progression with opportunities to complete NVQ Level 2-3 and the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Health & Social Care
* Guaranteed rest - two hours off every day, plus a full eight-hour break each week
* Travel allowance - up to £100 per placement
* Comfortable private space during placements
* 24-hour support from our friendly care management team
* Clear progression routes into Senior Carer, Complex Care or office-based roles
* £500 referral bonus for every friend you refer who joins our team
* Free DBS check
* A caring, local team culture where you're valued and recognised
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