Live-in Care Assistant in Welwyn Garden City

Applicants on the DBS update service will be preferred. Training for this position will begin 18th May (approximately 1 week). Become a Live-in Carer with ENA Care Group and make a real difference while building a rewarding career in care. We are currently recruiting for our next training intake starting on 18 May 2026. Successful candidates will receive full training, paid accommodation and lunch during the training week, plus an Early Start Bonus of £250 for those ready to begin their journey with us (T&Cs apply).

At ENA Care Group, our values are at the heart of everything we do. Founded on a deeply personal experience, we are committed to providing high‑quality, compassionate care that enables individuals to remain in their own homes with dignity and independence.

• Compassion & Family‑Centred Care – We treat every client like family, ensuring they receive the same level of care and attention we would want for our own loved ones.
• Dignity & Respect – We believe everyone deserves to be treated with kindness, respect, and dignity, regardless of their level of need.
• Commitment to Quality – We provide highly trained carers who deliver exceptional, person‑centred support tailored to each individual’s needs.
• Empowerment & Independence – Our goal is to help individuals maintain control over their lives, offering care that supports their independence rather than limiting it.
• Reliability & Trust – We understand the importance of consistency and trust in care, ensuring that clients and their families feel supported at all times.
• Innovation & Problem‑Solving – We continuously seek better ways to provide care, adapting to challenges and finding solutions to meet the needs of those we support.

The Role: As a Live‑in Carer at ENA Care Group, you will play a vital role in enabling our clients to live independently in the comfort of their own homes. Living with the client in their property for 2‑12 weeks at a time, supporting daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and facilitating an active lifestyle. Some of our clients have complex care needs, which may involve specialised interventions like tube feeding, medication administration, tracheostomy care, and bladder washouts. While previous experience with complex care is not essential, as we provide comprehensive training, a background in personal care is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow the care plan, an important document that contains all the wishes and requests of our clients.
• Report changes and arrange updates so that the care plan is kept current and relevant.
• Record the care undertaken and other documents as shown via an app.
• Participate in training and handovers throughout your employment.
• Undertake household tasks, including preparing meals.
• Provide additional support for pets when required.
• Work independently and responsibly to ensure the well‑being, safety and happiness of our clients.
• Meet the standards required and go above and beyond in helping us to continue to be one of the leading care providers in the UK.

Required Skills and Attributes:

• Full right to work in the UK.
• A full UK manual driving licence (a vehicle is not required, as you will typically drive the client’s vehicle).
• Experience in providing personal care.
• Basic IT skills with the ability to complete care documentation via an app.
• Ability to overcome challenges with a positive attitude.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently.
• Eagerness to learn and participate in relevant training.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Well‑organised and able to meet deadlines and targets.
• Team player with a professional and supportive approach.

Benefits:

• Full induction and ongoing training with award‑winning trainers.
• £50 travel allowance to placements.
• Free accommodation for training (for those not local to Welwyn Garden City).
• Company‑paid DBS.
• Carer of the Month Awards.
• Government‑backed pension scheme.
• Up to 28 days' annual leave (pro rata).
• Free accommodation while on placement.
• Early Start bonus of £250.