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Heart of Gold Homecare

Live in carer

Heart of Gold Homecare

Healthcare Night Shift Full-time

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Live-in Carer to provide one-to-one care and support to an individual in their own home. As a Live-in Carer, you will reside in the client’s home, offering consistent assistance with daily living activities, promoting independence, and ensuring a safe, comfortable, and dignified environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
  • Assist with mobility and physical therapy exercises.
  • Administer or prompt medication as prescribed.
  • Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if necessary.
  • Carry out light household duties such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
  • Offer companionship and emotional support.
  • Accompany the client to appointments, social activities, or outings as required.
  • Monitor the client’s health and well-being, reporting any changes or concerns to the relevant professionals or family members.
  • Maintain accurate care records and follow care plans.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a live-in carer, support worker, or similar role.
  • Knowledge of health and safety practices and personal care techniques.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and empathy.
  • Physically fit and capable of performing care duties.
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written).
  • Right to work in the [UK/US/Other Region].
  • DBS check (or equivalent) required or willingness to undergo one.

Preferred:

  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
  • Valid driving license (if required for the role).
  • Experience with specific conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s, stroke, or physical disabilities.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay and holiday entitlement.
  • Free accommodation
  • Ongoing training and support.
  • Opportunities for career progression.
  • A rewarding role that makes a real difference in someone’s life.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to £170.00 per day

Expected hours: 48 per week

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Language training provided
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

Physical Setting:

  • Live-in

Shift:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Work days:

  • Every weekend
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends only

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Bolton BL6 7AX: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (preferred)

Experience:

  • Home care: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

  • English (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/07/2025
Expected start date: 18/08/2025

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