Female Live-in Companion / Support Assistant in Beaconsfield

Homecare Gurus Ltd is looking for a compassionate, reliable and experienced Female Live-in Companion / Support Assistant to support a client in their own home. Please note: due to the nature of this live-in placement, including living in the client's home, supporting with personal routines such as oral hygiene, and respecting the client's dignity, privacy and personal preferences, this role is open to female applicants only. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping people live safely, comfortably and independently while receiving high-quality, person-centred support.

As a Live-in Support Assistant, you will live in the client's home during your placement and provide day-to-day support to include:

• Supporting with personal routines, including dressing, grooming and toileting
• Assisting with mobility and transfers, including the use of mobility aids where required
• Preparing fresh meals and supporting with nutrition and hydration, including preparing simple British-style home-cooked meals in line with the client's preferences, dietary needs and care plan
• Prompting or assisting with medication, in line with the care plan and company policy
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Supporting with light household duties, laundry and keeping the home environment safe and tidy
• Attending appointments or supporting social activities where required
• Monitoring changes in health, wellbeing or behaviour and reporting concerns promptly
• Following the client's care plan and maintaining accurate daily records
• Promoting dignity, independence, choice and respect at all times

We are looking for someone who is:

• Kind, patient and caring
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Respectful of privacy, dignity and confidentiality
• Able to work independently and use initiative
• A good communicator with a positive attitude
• Comfortable living in a client's home during placement
• Committed to delivering safe, person-centred care
• Confident preparing fresh, simple and nutritious meals, including British-style home cooking

Requirements:

• Female applicant, due to an occupational requirement for this specific live-in care placement
• Previous care experience, ideally in live-in care, domiciliary care or a similar role
• Right to work in the UK
• Good spoken and written English
• Willingness to complete training and follow company policies
• Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to apply for one
• Two professional references

Desirable:

• Care Certificate or relevant health and social care qualification
• Experience supporting older adults, people with dementia, mobility needs or long-term health conditions
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle, although this is not always essential

What We Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Regular placements
• Supportive office team
• Ongoing training and development
• Flexible working patterns where possible
• Opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives
• Clear care plans and guidance for each placement

Live-in placements may vary depending on client needs. Typical placements may include: 1 week on / 3 weeks off, 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, 3 weeks on / 1 week off, or other agreed rota patterns. Rest breaks will be provided in line with the client's care needs and agreed working arrangements.

To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover note explaining your care experience and why you are interested in live-in care. Homecare Gurus Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safe recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified female candidates for this role, in line with the genuine occupational requirement stated above.