Background

Care Recruitment International Limited (CRI) is a UK-based recruitment agency specialising in the ethical recruitment of live-in carers for private households in England.

Our agency is recruiting on behalf of a highly respected, CQC-registered care company that has been providing live-in and hourly care across England for over 24 years. We are proud to partner with them because of their outstanding reputation and commitment to both clients and carers.

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate female live-in carers who are committed to a long-term role, providing exceptional care and support to their clients.

Job description: Live-in carer (female)

Job Location:

Various locations across southern England, predominantly in countryside settings.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: £12.82 per hour (£25,000 per year)
• Visa sponsorship: Available for candidates currently in the UK and eligible to switch employers.
• Accommodation and Meals: Free live-in accommodation and food, eliminating daily commuting costs (an approximate saving of £6,000–£12,000 per year compared to private renting).
• Private Accommodation: Typically includes your own bedroom and bathroom. Some placements may offer a separate cottage or apartment within the grounds.
• Holiday Allowance: 20 days of paid annual leave, plus 8 paid bank holidays, which can be taken as leave or added to your holiday allowance.

Responsibilities:

You will work 37.5 – 50 hours per week, with hours carefully monitored to ensure compliance. Additional hours are worked only with prior agreement.

Your duties will vary depending on the client, but common responsibilities include:

• Personal Care: Supporting clients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, toileting, grooming, nutrition, mobility, and overall well-being.
• Companionship: Providing emotional support and company.
• Medication Management: Administering or prompting medication in line with the care plan.
• Cooking: Preparing healthy and nutritious meals
• Housekeeping: Tasks may include cooking, cleaning, laundry, organising, shopping, managing bills, dog-walking and basic property maintenance.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of the client’s care and well-being.

Eligibility Requirements

Female Applicants Only

This requirement is due to the specific needs of the care packages we are supporting. In accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010, this post has an occupational requirement for the applicant to be female.

We are an equal opportunities agency, and we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected.

Mandatory Requirements

Right to Work in the UK

You must currently have the legal right to work in the UK and be eligible to switch to a Skilled Worker visa if required. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from candidates holding visas that do not allow switching or from visitors on short-term visas.

English Language

You must meet the English language requirements for the Skilled Worker visa.

DBS Check

• A full criminal background check (DBS) will be required during the recruitment process.
• You must have a clean criminal record in the UK.

Living Arrangement

• This role requires you to live full-time in the spare bedroom provided by the client family.
• For practical reasons, candidates must not have dependants or other individuals living with them.
  

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Desirable Requirements (but not mandatory)

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience is preferred

Candidates who have these requirements may be fast-tracked

• Valid UK driving licence