At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support for a lady with complex needs in her home.
- Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing quality of life.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, paid breaks, travel cost contributions, and flexible rota.
- Other info: Private accommodation provided; ideal for those seeking meaningful work.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in someone's life while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in care, calm nature, and ability to work independently.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 31200 £ per year.
Location: Torquay, South West England (Seaside town)
About the Client
We are looking for a compassionate and patient Female Live-in Carer to support a lady living in Torquay. Our client lives with a complex neurological condition following Long COVID and requires full support with all aspects of daily living. She is bedbound and benefits from a calm, predictable, low-stimulation environment due to the nature of her condition. She lives at home with the support of her partner, and the purpose of this package is to provide high-quality care while also offering valuable respite for her family. This role would suit someone who is naturally calm, caring and understands the importance of providing person-centred care at the client's pace.
Role & Responsibilities
- Personal care
- Bed bathing and hygiene support
- Repositioning and pressure area care
- Continence care
- Meal preparation and support with eating and drinking
- Light household duties
- Monitoring wellbeing and reporting any concerns
- Emotional reassurance and companionship
- Working closely with family members and healthcare professionals to provide consistent, person-centred care
Due to the client's condition, it is essential that carers are able to maintain a calm, quiet and low-stimulation environment, keeping unnecessary noise, light and disruption to a minimum.
Working Schedule
We are flexible and open to carers' preferences but ideally looking for candidates who can commit to rotational blocks (minimum 2 weeks), with the possibility of up to 12 weeks continuous work. Our aim is to build a small team of two rotating carers.
Daily hours: 13-hour day with a 2-hour break
Sleep-in: 9 hours per night, with occasional assistance allowed (max twice, 15 minutes each)
Weekly rest time: 14 hours off (can be 2 hours daily or two 7-hour periods)
Accommodation
- Private bedroom
- Separate private shower room with toilet and sink
- Access to kitchen and living areas
Salary & Benefits
Salary: To be confirmed (competitive and based on experience)
Benefits:
- Paid breaks
- Contribution to travel costs for changeovers
- Flexibility in rota
- Supportive family involvement
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role
- Moving & Handling, Dementia Care training preferred
- Valid Right to Work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS check required, if you do not have one on the update service, we will process one for you
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Calm, patient and compassionate
- Experienced in providing high-quality person-centred care
- Comfortable working independently
- Confident supporting clients with complex care needs
- Observant and proactive
- Respectful of routines and individual preferences
- Passionate about making a positive difference to someone's quality of life
Female - Live-In Carer in Torquay employer: The Care Bureau
The Care Bureau in Wellingborough is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture where you can truly make a difference in people's lives. With flexible shifts and comprehensive training provided, employees have ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, alongside competitive pay and benefits such as a pension scheme and referral bonuses. Join our dedicated team and experience the rewarding nature of home care in a community-focused environment.
