About this role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Live In Care Professional to join our team in Shoreham, Kent. As a Live In Care Professional, you will provide essential support and companionship to a elderly client requiring general support within their home. You will be required to enhance their quality of life and help them maintain their independence.
Live in the client's home, providing round-the-clock care and supportOffer companionship and engage in meaningful conversations with clientsAssist with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and groomingPlan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals according to dietary requirementsPerform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe living environmentProvide medication reminders and assist with medication managementAccompany clients to appointments, social events, and outingsSupport clients with mobility and transfers as neededMonitor clients' physical and emotional well-being, reporting any changes or concernsMaintain accurate records of daily activities and client's conditionCollaborate with family members and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive careOrganise and participate in stimulating activities tailored to the client's interests and abilitiesAssist with pet care when requiredManage household tasks such as laundry, shopping, and running errandsSalary
£125.00-£135.00 daily rateAdditional £8.00 per day food allowance Flexible rotas which can be negotiated Full milage paid when using car for client purposes
Genuine passion for caring for others, with a friendly and empathetic demeanourPrevious experience in caring or a related field (preferred)Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong time management and organisational abilitiesProficiency in cooking skillsProficiency in personal care techniques and light housekeepingPhysical capability to assist with mobility and transfersUnderstanding of medication management and administrationKnowledge of dementia and Alzheimer's care (preferred)Ability to maintain a professional and supportive attitude in challenging situationsFlexibility to adapt to changing client needs and schedulesExcellent observation and reporting skillsBasic computer literacy for documentation purposesWillingness to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (repaid after 3 months' service)Right to work in the United Kingdom As a Live In Care Professional, you will be provided with 3 meals a day or an allowance from the client, a separate room to stay and access to a TV and WiFi. In addition, we offer comprehensive training and support.
If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and have a high-degree of flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us on 01959 546228
We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.