Senior Live-In Carer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 2 January 2026
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Personal Care Medication Administration Health Monitoring Meal Preparation Companionship Household Support Care Planning First Aid

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Live-In Carer

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Live-In Carer to provide high-quality, personalised care for service users within their own homes. This role involves living alongside the client and delivering tailored support that promotes independence, dignity, and comfort.

The Senior Live-In Carer will ensure the service user’s physical, emotional, and social well-being while maintaining professional standards of care. This position requires strong caregiving experience, empathy, and flexibility, with duties adapted to the service user’s specific needs.

About the Role

  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Support with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting to maintain hygiene and comfort.
  • Provide mobility support and assist with safe transfers and positioning.
  • Health Monitoring & Medication Administration
  • Administer or supervise medications as per the care plan, recording doses via Birdie EMAR.
  • Monitor and report changes in health condition to the management team using the Birdie Care platform.
  • Meal Preparation & Nutrition
  • Prepare and serve nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs.
  • Support service users during mealtimes and ensure adequate hydration.
  • Companionship & Emotional Support
  • Offer conversation, companionship, and emotional support.
  • Encourage participation in activities and social engagement to promote well-being.
  • Household Support
  • Assist with light household duties such as tidying, laundry, and basic cleaning.
  • Help organise shopping lists, run errands, or accompany service users to appointments.
  • Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate daily care records, noting any health or behavioural changes.
  • Promptly report significant concerns to the care management team via Birdie.
  • Support for Junior Staff
  • Mentor and support new carers, offering shadowing and guidance.
  • Ensure consistency and quality in service delivery.
  • Emergency Response
  • Act calmly in emergencies, providing first aid if trained.
  • Contact emergency services and alert management as required.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Experience: Minimum 2–3 years in domiciliary or community-based care. Supervisory or mentoring experience is an advantage.
  • Education: NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) preferred.
  • Skills: Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to safely perform all care tasks as outlined in the care plan and risk assessments.

Preferred (Training Provided if Needed):

  • First Aid & CPR certification
  • Care Certificate
  • Training in medication administration & monitoring
  • Experience in dementia care, physical disabilities, or palliative care

Personal Qualities

  • Compassionate, reliable, and respectful
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and care needs
  • Discreet and professional with confidential information

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  • Mileage reimbursement and travel time compensation (where applicable)
  • Paid training, holiday pay, and pension contributions
  • Ongoing support for professional development and certification
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