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Live in Carer

Gloucester

On behalf of our sister company Take Five Homecare, we are now looking to fulfil Live in Care positions, giving the community more opportunity to live independently at home.

With continuous growth and increasing demand for personalised home-based support, we are now expanding our network of dedicated Health & Social Care professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a rewarding Live in Carer role – offering long-term consistency, genuine connection, and the chance to make a lasting difference in someone’s life.

Our benefits are self-evident:

• Competitive weekly pay (from £850 per week, depending on placement and experience)

• Food and accommodation provided during assignments

• Pre-booked, longer-term placements

• Flexible working patterns available (e.g. 1–4 weeks on, 1–2 weeks off)

• Weekly payment cycle

• Company pension scheme

• Free training and uniform

• Mobile booking app for ease and flexibility

• Optional pathway for NVQ qualifications

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Referral bonus for recommending a friend (subject to terms and conditions)

• Supportive and approachable team with 24/7 on-call assistance

• No membership fees

• Strong focus on continuity, client care, and ethical practice

 

We are currently seeking experienced and compassionate Live in Carers to support vulnerable adults in their own homes across Gloucestershire and the surrounding counties. You will play a vital role in maintaining each client’s independence, dignity, and quality of life – providing support with personal care, companionship, and help with everyday tasks.

This is a fulfilling role, ideal for carers who enjoy building meaningful one-to-one relationships and working independently while being backed by a supportive team.

The following list outlines your key responsibilities as a live in carer (though this may vary depending on the individual needs of each client):

• Supporting with personal care routines

• Assisting with medication administration or prompts

• Preparing and serving meals, supporting hydration and nutrition

• Light domestic duties including cleaning, laundry, and shopping

• Providing emotional support and companionship

• Supporting safe mobility and using equipment such as hoists where necessary

• Monitoring and recording wellbeing and reporting changes as appropriate

• Respecting privacy, dignity, and personal boundaries at all times

 

We are committed to recruiting exceptional carers who reflect our values of honesty, reliability, and compassion. The ideal live in carer will bring a person-centred approach, a calm and caring nature, and the ability to work independently. While specific requirements may vary depending on the role and specialisation, here is a general list of qualities that an ideal candidate would possess:

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Have a minimum of 6 months’ care experience in a similar role (live in, domiciliary, or residential)

• Hold a Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent (preferred)

• Are able to commit to live in placements (e.g. 1–4 weeks on, 1–2 weeks off)

• Have strong time management and organisational skills

• Are excellent communicators and confident working alone

• Show empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others

• Uphold confidentiality and professional boundaries

• Are flexible, adaptable, and willing to tailor care to each client’s preferences

• Have reliable transportation or are able to travel to placements across the county

Salary: from £850 per weekly rotation

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