About this role
The client is a female living at home with care needs arising from Parkinson's disease, Parkinson's-related dementia. She requires 24-hour person-centred support to maintain her safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life within her own home. The successful candidate will work closely with the client's family and multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality care that promotes wellbeing, comfort, and stability while supporting her wish to remain at home.
Personal Care & Daily Living Support
Provide compassionate personal care with dignity and respect.Assist with washing, dressing, continence care, oral hygiene, and grooming.Support skincare and pressure area care.Maintain the client’s comfort, wellbeing, and personal preferences.Support safe transfers using specialist equipment alongside visiting care staff.Companionship & Emotional Support
Build a meaningful and trusting relationship with the client.Facilitate communication with family members.Encourage participation in meaningful activities and social engagement.Support emotional wellbeing through reassurance, patience, and positive engagement.Promote a calm, supportive, and person-centred environment.Household Management
Prepare meals and drinks in accordance with the client's care plan.Maintain a clean, safe, and organised home environment.Complete laundry and bedding changes.Assist with shopping and stock management.
Essential
Previous experience in live-in care.Experience supporting clients with complex health needs.Strong communication and record-keeping skills.Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging situations.Excellent understanding of dignity, safeguarding, and person-centred care.Compassionate, patient, and emotionally intelligent approach.Eligibility to work in the UK.Desirable
Experience supporting individuals living with Parkinson's disease.Experience with dementia care.Experience with medication administration.Relevant Health & Social Care qualification.Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone who is:
Kind, patient, and empathetic.Reliable and highly organised.Comfortable working independently.Respectful, professional, and compassionate.Confident supporting complex care needs.Able to build positive relationships with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.Committed to delivering exceptional standards of care. At Home Instead West Leicestershire & Market Bosworth, we value and support our Care Professionals with:
Competitive pay package.Ongoing training and clinical support.Full induction and specialist training.Opportunity to make a genuine difference in someone's life.Supportive management team.A rewarding and meaningful long-term placement.Competitive pay ratesPaid mileage after the first 10 milesAccess to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Award-winning induction and ongoing professional developmentLocal office support team and 24/7 on-call supportBlue Light Discount Card accessRefer a Friend SchemeRegular team meetings, support visits, and training updatesRecognition and appreciation throughout the year including birthdays and special occasionsAccess to special events and wellbeing support