Live-in carer

Live-in carer

Full-Time 28000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Provide 24/7 companionship and support in a client's home.
  • Company: A caring organisation dedicated to personal support.
  • Benefits: Earn £820 – £980 per week with paid breaks and meals included.
  • Other info: Perfect for students or anyone seeking a steady weekend role.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in someone's life while enjoying flexible placements.
  • Qualifications: Previous care experience preferred; must be eligible to work in the UK.

The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.

Provide round-the-clock companionship and support in a single client's home for one- or two-week placements at a time.

Location: Cambridgeshire

Pay: £820 – £980 / week

Hours: 1- or 2-week placements, with paid breaks during the day

About this role: Live-in care is the most personal way to support someone in their own home. You'll be matched carefully with a single client, share a routine that suits them, and have your own private room and meals provided throughout the placement. Two-hour daily breaks are protected and paid.

What you'll do:

  • Provide 24-hour companionship and support
  • Help with personal care, meals and household tasks
  • Manage medication routines and appointments
  • Maintain a calm, stable presence in the home
  • Coordinate with the family and clinical lead

What we're looking for:

  • Previous care experience strongly preferred
  • Comfortable working independently
  • Eligibility to work in the UK
  • Willing to commit to one- or two-week placements

Send a short application: no need for a polished CV. We'll be in touch within two working days.

Visit a small, regular caseload of clients to support with personal care, companionship and the routines that matter most to them.

Cover Saturday and Sunday rounds with our weekend team. Ideal for students, parents or anyone wanting a steady weekend role.

Pick up shifts that suit your schedule: covering holidays, sickness and respite visits across our existing caseload.

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Contact Details:

Unitywaycare Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Live-in carer

Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Compassion
Flexibility
Teamwork
Organizational Skills