Live In Care CAREGiver

Job Purpose

At Home Instead Bedford, our mission is to help older people live safely, independently, and happily in their own homes. As a Live-In Care Professional, you will reside in a client's home and provide personalised support, companionship, and practical assistance that enables them to maintain their independence and quality of life.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and committed to providing outstanding person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Supporting clients with washing, bathing, showering, dressing and grooming.
• Assisting with toileting and continence care.
• Supporting mobility and transfers using approved techniques and equipment.
• Promoting independence wherever possible.

Medication Support

• Administering or assisting with medication in line with company policies and training.
• Maintaining accurate Medication Administration Records (MAR charts).
• Reporting medication concerns promptly.

Household Support

• Preparing nutritious meals and drinks.
• Shopping and running errands.
• Light housekeeping duties including laundry, ironing, changing bedding and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Assisting with pet care where required.

Companionship

• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Accompanying clients to appointments and social activities.
• Supporting clients to continue hobbies and interests.
• Building positive relationships with clients and their families.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Observing and reporting changes in a client's health or wellbeing.
• Maintaining accurate daily records and care notes.
• Communicating effectively with the office team and healthcare professionals where appropriate.
• Following safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns immediately.

Essential Requirements

• A caring, compassionate and professional approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly within a client's home.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred- not essential
• Ability to complete training and follow Home Instead policies and procedures

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience in care, support work, healthcare, hospitality or customer service.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards this).
• Experience supporting older adults, including those living with dementia, Parkinson's, stroke-related conditions, or reduced mobility.

As a Live In Care CAREGiver, you will be provided with 3 meals a day or an allowance from the client, a separate room to stay and access to a TV and WiFi. In addition, we offer comprehensive training and support.

If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and have a high-degree of flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us on 01234 868820

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.