At Draycott we care about care!
We are looking for a female live-in carer to support one of our clients.
Salary: Weekdays £138.60 per day, and weekends £148.10 per day, plus food allowance
Location: Windsor
Start date: ASAP
Why be a Carer with Draycott Nursing & Care?
Established three decades ago, we are a leader in the domiciliary care market. Building excellent, lasting relationships with our clients and local support units such as GPs, Pharmacies, and other Healthcare Professionals. We like to match our carers’ skills and experience to our clients’ needs; these may vary from physical and practical support to social and emotional care.
What does a Live-In Carer do?
As a live-in carer, you'll live with your client for the duration of your rota. Depending on the needs of your client, shifts can range from 10-12 hours a day. During this time, you will be able to take breaks. If your client can’t be left alone during your break, cover will be arranged.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting a client with a spinal cord injury
- Assisting with moving and handling (competence required)
- Administering suppositories (training will be provided)
- Providing day-to-day personal care and promoting independence
- Offering emotional and mental health support
- Managing and responding appropriately to behaviours that might challenge at times.
- Building a trusting, respectful relationship with the client
Essential Requirements:
- Full UK driving licence
- Proven experience in mental health care and working with challenging behaviours
- Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, including spinal injuries or similar conditions
- Confident and competent in manual handling techniques
- Able to travel with the client on trips away
- Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Resilient, patient, and empathetic personality
- Willingness to work in a challenging environment and provide consistent, person-centred care
- Female applicants only (due to personal care requirements)
- Working closely with the wider Draycott Head Office support team to ensure the best service for our clients
- Keeping accurate, factual written accounts of your time with the client via our care management app
- Observing and following Draycott Nursing’s Health and Safety policy
Benefits of being a Live-In Carer with Draycott:
- Competitive weekly pay
- Flexible working hours
- Paid leave (accrued based on the hours you work)
- 24/7 on-call service
- Confidential Employment Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Extensive training programme and offerings
- Company social events
- All PPE Provided
- Recommend a Friend Bonus
*Must be willing and able to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a mandatory requirement (or show proof of being on the DBS Update Service)
*Must be eligible to work in the UK without the requirement of company sponsorship