At St Jude's Care, we're looking for a compassionate and dedicated Female Live-in Carer to support a client in the Bristol area. This is not a rushed domiciliary care role with back-to-back visits. It's an opportunity to provide truly person-centred support, helping someone live safely, independently, and confidently in their own home. You'll become a trusted source of support, encouragement, and companionship, helping our client enjoy everyday life while remaining at the heart of their family and community.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Work with one client and build a meaningful relationship
- Enjoy a consistent rota - one week on, one week off
- Earn up to £980 per week PAYE
- Have dedicated daily breaks and time to recharge
- Join a supportive, family-run organisation that genuinely values its carers
- Receive ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
- Be part of a team that’s making a real difference every day
The Difference You'll Make
As a Live-in Carer, you’ll be there for the moments that matter. From helping someone start their day with confidence to offering reassurance when it’s needed most, your support will enable them to live life on their own terms.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care with dignity, compassion, and respect
- Support medication routines and health needs
- Prepare meals and encourage healthy nutrition and hydration
- Offer companionship, conversation, and emotional support
- Help maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming home environment
- Support independence and encourage participation in daily life
- Assist with epilepsy management, post-seizure recovery, and well-being support
- Work alongside family members to provide personalised care that truly meets individual needs
About You
- Warm, caring, and naturally supportive
- Calm and confident in challenging situations
- Comfortable working independently and using your initiative
- Respectful of privacy, dignity, and personal choice
- Professional while being approachable and friendly
- Passionate about delivering exceptional person-centred care
Essential Experience
- Female (Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010)
- Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy
- Knowledge of seizure recognition, first aid, and post-seizure support
- Willingness to train in rescue medication administration
- Experience working within family homes
- Strong safeguarding awareness
- Household skills including cooking, cleaning, and shopping
- Ability to work a live-in rota of one week on, one week off
Desirable
- Falls prevention and mobility support experience
- Mental health awareness and trauma-informed practice
- Experience supporting community access and appointments
- Full UK driving licence
Benefits
- Up to £980 per week PAYE
- Paid induction and full Care Certificate training
- Funded NVQ Level 2 & 3 qualifications and Diploma opportunities
- Two hours off every day plus an eight-hour weekly break
- Travel allowance of up to £100 per placement
- Comfortable private accommodation during placements
- Free DBS check
- £500 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
- 24/7 support from our experienced management team
- Clear progression opportunities into Senior Carer, Complex Care, and office-based roles
- A welcoming, supportive team that values everything you do
- Join a Team That Truly Cares
Imagine a role where you have the time to build a genuine relationship, provide meaningful support, and make a lasting difference to someone’s life every single day. For over 20 years, St Jude's Care has been supporting people to live independently in their own homes.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career where your compassion, dedication, and experience can genuinely change someone’s life, we’d love to hear from you.
