Join Our Family at My Homecare Chelmsford
Are you a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?
We are seeking a Live-In Care Professional to support a wonderful lady who enjoys a great dry sense of humour, values genuine companionship, and is keen to build a positive relationship with her care team. Having achieved a great deal throughout her life, she is now focused on enjoying life, maintaining her independence, and continuing to live comfortably in her own home.
This is a unique opportunity to become an important part of someone's life whilst enjoying an excellent work-life balance. The lady attends a day centre three full days each week, providing you with significant downtime and personal time during your placement.
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality live-in care and support that enables clients to remain safely in the comfort of their own homes whilst maintaining their independence, dignity, privacy, and choice.
As a Live-In Care Professional, you will become part of the household and wider family network whilst always maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. You will work in accordance with individual care plans, risk assessments, company policies, CQC regulations, and current best practice guidance.
This role requires compassion, professionalism, flexibility, and the confidence to work independently.
Key ResponsibilitiesPersonal Care
- Support with bathing, washing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
- Assist with continence care and toileting.
- Support with mobility and transfers where required.
- Encourage and promote independence at every opportunity.
Medication Support
- Administer, prompt, or assist with medication as outlined in care plans.
- Maintain accurate medication records.
- Report any medication concerns promptly and appropriately.
Nutrition and Hydration
- Prepare nutritious meals in line with dietary requirements and preferences.
- Encourage healthy eating and adequate hydration.
- Monitor food and fluid intake where required.
Household Support
- Laundry and ironing.
- Light housekeeping and maintaining a safe, clean environment.
- Shopping and running errands.
- Changing bedding and general household tasks.
Companionship and Wellbeing
- Provide emotional support, companionship, and reassurance.
- Encourage hobbies, interests, and social engagement.
- Support the client to maintain meaningful relationships with family and friends.
- Promote independence, confidence, and overall wellbeing.
Record Keeping
- Complete daily care records accurately and professionally.
- Report incidents, accidents, safeguarding concerns, and changes in wellbeing.
- Communicate effectively with the office team, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Professional Responsibilities
- Adhere to all My Homecare Chelmsford policies and procedures.
- Work in line with CQC Fundamental Standards.
- Maintain confidentiality and GDPR compliance.
- Attend mandatory training, supervision, and team meetings.
- Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Maintain professional boundaries at all times.
Person SpecificationEssential
✔ Caring, compassionate, and empathetic nature
✔ Reliable, trustworthy, and professional approach
✔ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
✔ Ability to work independently and use initiative
✔ Experience delivering person-centred care
✔ Understanding of safeguarding principles and best practice
Desirable
✔ NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
✔ Previous live-in care experience
✔ Dementia care experience
✔ End-of-life care experience
✔ Complex care experience
Why Join My Homecare Chelmsford?
- Competitive pay and ongoing support
- Excellent work-life balance with substantial downtime during day centre attendance
- Opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference
- Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
- Supportive management team and positive working culture
- Rewarding role with a highly valued client
Our Values
At My Homecare Chelmsford, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to remain in the place they call home.
We are committed to delivering safe, caring, responsive, effective, and well-led services that place people at the heart of everything we do. Our team is passionate about promoting independence, dignity, choice, and outstanding quality of life for every person we support.
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Pay: £889.70-£950.00 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- We unfortunately are unable to offer sponsership, please confirm your right to work.
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
