Job Title: Live-in Carer (Female Preferred) – Multiple Positions Available
Location: Wiltshire and Surrounding Areas
Salary: £840 - £1050 per week
Please note: We do not offer Certificate of Sponsorship for these roles.
About Retain Healthcare
We are a leading provider of high-quality home care services, dedicated to supporting individuals to live independently and safely within their own homes. Built on a foundation of family values, we have been providing exceptional care for over 30 years. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our core values:
- Retaining Quality: Delivering exceptional care that consistently meets the highest standards.
- Retaining Independence: Empowering individuals to maintain their independence and dignity.
- Retaining Staff: Investing in our dedicated team through ongoing training and support.
- Retaining Skills: Continuously developing and enhancing our care expertise.
About the Role
We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Live-in Carers to join our growing team. You will provide personalized care and support to individuals with a range of needs and health conditions in the comfort of their own homes throughout Wiltshire and surrounding areas.
The carer will ensure the client's well-being, safety, and comfort while promoting independence and dignity. This role requires someone who can live on-site, providing 24-hour care and companionship
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing personal care assistance, including assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Preparing meals and assisting with feeding.
- Medication administration and monitoring.
- Light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, and meal preparation.
- Providing companionship and emotional support.
- Assisting with shopping, errands, and social activities.
- Supporting the client to maintain their social and recreational interests.
- Accurate record-keeping and communication with the care team.
- Ensuring the client's safety and security within the home.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Live-In Care Assistant (minimum 1 year)
- Availability to attend in person 5 days of mandatory induction training in Cheltenham, Salisbury, or Chippenham .
- Availability to work at the client's home on a 2-week on, 2-week off basis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient nature.
- Ability to work independently and with initiative.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care.
Desirable Requirements:
- Driving Licence
- DBS update service
- Relevant qualifications (Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care)
- Experience in supporting individuals in Live-In settings
Benefits:
- Competitive rates of pay (£840 - £1050 per week)
- 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off work pattern
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme
- Weekly Pay
- 28 days Annual Leave
- FREE uniform
- PAID training
- Blue light and Lifestyle discount cards
- Recommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!
Alternatively, you can submit your CV outlining your relevant experience to recruitment@retainhealthcare.co.uk
Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.
