Job Detail

Live-In Carer

Job Title: Live-In Care Assistant
Reference Number: HCPA004379
Company Name: Firstpoint Homecare
Shifts Available: Mornings , Evenings , Days , Nights , Weekends
Location: Harpenden, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans
Type of Care Provider: Live in Care
Supporting individuals with: Dementia , Older Adults , End Of Life , Learning Disability , Mental Health , Physical Disability , Sensory Impairment , Substance Misuse , Epilepsy , Neurological Conditions
Pay/Salary: £12.21 - £14.50 Per Hour
Hours of Work: Live-In Care - Round the clock 24/7 care on a rota basis (e.g 1/2/3 weeks on - 1/2 weeks off)
Driving Required: Yes
Contract Type: 0 Hours Contract

About the Company

 

Firstpoint Homecare is a highly respected care at home and live-in care agency.

 

We provide support that individuals require to remain safe and happy at home, surrounded by personal comforts. For over 20 years we have been supporting adults of all ages and believe remaining in your own home, maintaining independence and freedom really does enhance your well-being.

 

We are seeking Live-In Carers for clients based in Hemel Hempstead, Harpenden and St Albans, this will involve a range of different live-in arrangements, depending on the client needs.

 

Why should I apply for this Live-In Care Assistant job?

 

Here at Firstpoint Homecare we like to offer our care staff flexibility and can give you the choice of when, where and how often you work, which is great if you are looking for stability and a little more control of your work/life balance. However, there is an expectation to work one weekend day every other weekend.

 

What we offer our Care Assistants:

 

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Optional workplace pension scheme
  • Provided Uniform , ID badge and DBS
  • Company Car if you hold a Full UK Manual Driving Licence
  • Flexible hours to suit your other commitments.
  • Blue light discount scheme
  • Weekly pay
  • £75 Joining bonus T&Cs apply
  • £150 refer a friend care workers
  • On hand support 24 hours per day.
  • Free Mandatory training
  • Employee of the month scheme
  • Opportunities to learn new skill sets

 

 

What does this Live-In Care Assistant job involve?

 

What do our care assistants do?

 

Carers are expected to provide around the clock care and support, residing with the client on a rota basis. Typical daily tasks will involve:

 

  • Personal care
  • Meal Prep
  • Provide constant monitoring and care for patients
  • Helping with eating and drinking
  • Administering medications
  • Give emotional support to service users and family

 

Am I the right person for this Live-In Care Assistant job?

 

Requirements:

 

  • NHS and private experience is always advantageous.
  • Good level of English
  • Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle