Live-In Carer

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Nurseplus At Nurseplus, we're all about providing the highest quality temporary care staff. We're big on quality, heart, and going the extra mile, and we believe in giving our team everything they need to truly impact the lives of the people we look after. We're a close-knit team that values a supportive and welcoming work environment. This means our staff get all the chances and tools they need to advance in their careers and help deliver incredible care to those in need. Join us, and let's make a difference together! As a Live-in Carer, you will be working in one household, typically with one or two Clients for the duration of the specified shift pattern as below. You will effectively become part of the family and everyday life, with the role encompassing everything from companionship to personal care to managing complex care needs and medication requirements. Your role as a Live-in Carer will play a pivotal part in enabling clients to continue to remain independent and enjoy fulfilled lives and offer peace of mind to relatives that their loved ones are safe and well. Our Clients will rely on you for care and support with all aspects of their daily living, so if you are dedicated and passionate about making a real difference to people's lives, this could be the role for you. Minimum requirements to work with Nurseplus as a Female Live-in carer: * The ability to forge great relationships and a personable nature * Minimum of six months' UK based care experience is required * A commitment to care for vulnerable people * You must have the right to work in the UK * You must have a good standard of both written and verbal communication * An enhanced DBS check will be required * Due to the nature of the role, confidentiality is key * Drivers preferred, due to Client locations Benefits of working with Nurseplus as a Female Live-in Carer: * Pay rates from £812 to £1,008 per week* * Up to £50 per week food allowance * Travel Allowance (£150 limit per Booking) * You'll be working in one place, an average of 8 - 10 hours a day * Full training is provided, for free * Career development opportunities through in-house courses, Distance Learning, NVQ Level 2 & 3 * Annual pay increase Live-in Carer Package Information: Placements can range from 2 to 12 weeks with the same home, dependent on client needs and flexibility. Some examples of working patterns and pay are: * 2 weeks on/ 1 week off (35 weeks per year, with 17 weeks off!) * 12 weeks on/ 1 week off (48 weeks per year) About us Nurseplus is a national company with a network of CQC Registered branches across the South of England all with Outstanding or Good ratings. We are committed to supporting our workforce, ensuring that they have the right skills to do their job and enable them to develop themselves and their careers. Apply today for care jobs in Salisbury (Agy) PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR ONE JOB, THIS APPLICATION WILL COVER ANY JOBS WE HAVE AVAILABLE, DO NOT APPLY FOR EACH LOCATION. *Pay rates are inclusive of Holiday pay *Salary range is not guaranteed, and is dependent on placement duration and agreement

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• A Full Uk Driving Licence

Experience

Desirable

• 6 Month's UK Based Care Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Nurse Plus and Carer Plus (UK) Limited

Address

Nurseplus Dover

Dover

Kent

CT17 9SB

Employer's website

https://www.nurseplusuk.com/ (Opens in a new tab)