At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate, person-centred care in clients' homes and support their daily living activities.
- Company: Join Radfield Home Care, a dedicated team committed to outstanding care.
- Benefits: Earn £900 per week plus a £50 food allowance and travel expenses.
- Other info: Enjoy a flexible 2-week on/off rotation with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while promoting independence and dignity.
- Qualifications: Experience in care work, strong communication skills, and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 46800 - 52000 £ per year.
Live-in Care Professional
Location
Shrewsbury, Shropshire – successful candidate must live locally (no further than 1 hour away)
Reporting To
Registered Care Manager
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£900 per week + £50 per week food allowance – this also includes travel expenses
About The Role
Radfield Home Care is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and professional Live-in Care Professional to join our growing team.
As a Live-in Care Professional, you will live in a client's home and provide high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
Every client is unique, and your responsibilities will be tailored to their individual needs as outlined in their Care Plan.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives while working for an organisation committed to delivering outstanding care.
- Key Information
- Daily break of 2 hours
- Minimum commitment of a 2-week on / 2-week off rotation
- Right to work in the UK required
- Non-smoker preferred
- Comfortable working within a shared household environment
- Ability to support a client living alongside their partner where required
- Able to supply 2 recent employment references and 2 character references
What We're Looking For
- Physically able to meet the demands of care work, including bending, lifting, stretching, kneeling, walking, stair use, and manual handling activities.
- Emotionally resilient and able to manage the challenges associated with care work, including supporting clients through illness, bereavement, and complex situations.
- Caring, patient, compassionate, and respectful.
- Self-motivated, organised, and flexible.
- Able to work independently and as part of a wider care team.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong record-keeping and reporting skills.
- Ability to prepare and cook a variety of nutritious meals.
- Relevant Care qualifications
- Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
- Previous experience within live-in care or the wider health and social care sector.
- Main Responsibilities
- Personalised Care & Support
- Provide person-centred care in accordance with individual Care Plans.
- Support clients with daily living activities while promoting independence and dignity.
- Assist with mobility and the safe use of equipment and aids.
Equipment May Include
- Walking and standing aids
- Wheelchairs
- Manual and electric hoists
- Sliding sheets and transfer boards
- Hearing aids and other specialist equipment
- Meal Preparation & Nutrition
- Prepare, cook, and serve meals.
- Reheat food safely where appropriate.
- Assist with table preparation and clearing.
- Ensure safe food storage and infection control practices.
- Monitor food safety and dispose of unsuitable food items.
- Encourage client involvement and choice where possible.
- Household Support
- Vacuuming and sweeping
- Washing and putting away dishes
- Laundry and clothing care
- Bed making and linen changes
- Dusting and general housekeeping
- Answering doors and greeting visitors
- Responding to telephones and emergency call systems
- Promoting Wellbeing
- Meaningful conversation and companionship
- Community outings
- Reading and writing activities
- Looking through photographs and memory work
- Hobbies and recreational activities
- Record Keeping & Communication
- Changes in client wellbeing or care needs
- Incidents and emergencies
- Communication with family members
- Interaction with healthcare professionals and external services
- Health & Clinical Support
- End-of-life care
- Hospital appointments
- Medication administration
- Bed-based personal care
- Liaison with community healthcare teams
- Working as Part of the Team
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
- Participate in supervision, appraisal, and development reviews.
- Complete written reports and care records.
- Communicate effectively across multiple platforms and systems.
- Follow all Radfield Home Care policies and procedures.
- Compliance & Safeguarding
- Enhanced DBS Check
- Satisfactory employment references
All employees are expected to
- Maintain strict confidentiality.
- Comply with Data Protection legislation.
- Adhere to Health & Safety requirements.
- Follow safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Equality & Rehabilitation of Offenders
In line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and subsequent amendments, applicants are required to disclose any cautions or convictions that are not protected under current legislation.
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Live-in Carer in Shrewsbury employer: Radfield Home Care (UK)
Radfield Home Care Shrewsbury is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values its care assistants. With competitive pay rates, flexible working hours, and extensive training opportunities, employees can expect meaningful career progression while making a real difference in their local community. Join a team that prioritises your well-being and professional development, all while being part of an award-winning organisation dedicated to high-quality care.
