Live in care assistant
Up to £141 per day - Full-time
Taking care of everything
We’re Oxford Aunts and we’ve dedicated our life’s work to helping people stay in the home they love since 1967. For over 50 years, we’ve grown our live-in care specialism and our ways of working to support the lives of the people we care for and the people who look after them.Join us and you’ll discover how our community of colleagues are always there
for each other. And the relationship you build with the person you care for will give real meaning to the work you do.
Please note you must already have the right to work in the UK. We cannot assist with any sponsorship or visa requests – including those applying for a health and social care visa or those with a skilled worker visa.
Enhancing your life
Because you take care of everything in the home, we take care of everything for you. Enhancing your life with work patterns and benefits that make a massive difference to your lifestyle, health and wellbeing. We will recognise and appreciate the dedicated efforts of our care assistants by offering rewards for your hard work.
Great rates of pay – you could earn up to £141 per dayAnnual salary review
Generous rest time in placement
A welcoming community - join a team that operates like a family, where every member is appreciated and supported
Blue Light Card - giving you access to lots of discounts to both online and highstreet retailers
Free induction training with opportunities to further develop your
knowledge through our ongoing training courses
Supportive environment - enjoy a workplace that encourages personal and professional growth, with mentorship and training opportunities
Local 24/7 support from our experienced team
Receive pay weekly
Double pay on bank holidays
Free DBS check
Free, confidential telephone line (Employee Assistance Programme) supporting you in times of need
We’re a Disability Confident Employer - ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations
We offer longer placements and flexibility to fit your work pattern around your lifestyle choices
Open door policy - come to the office to see us and enjoy a free refreshment
This is meaningful work
As a live-in care specialist, you’ll provide companionship and support with personal care, domestic tasks and housekeeping (cooking, washing,ironing, vacuuming etc), so your client can live well in the home they love.
What you’ll need:
No experience required - We provide all the training you need to succeedOr, you may have worked as a live-in carer, domiciliary carer, care assistant, support worker, healthcare assistant or similar and are looking to further develop your skills
Good communication skills and ability to maintain clear and accurate records
To be reliable, compassionate and enthusiastic
Experience of working under pressure and staying calm in difficult situations.
Eligibility to work in the UK
As this is a live-in position you will need to commit to living with your client for a minimum of 10-12 weeks at a time, although many of our Carers choose to stay in their placements for longer periods before having an extended break
You must be flexible to travel to your client placement
Taking care of everything
If you like the idea of live-in care, we’ll take care of everything to make sure you’re supported and rewarded in everything you do.
Oxford Aunts is part of a family of home care brands in the UK, including The Good Care Group, Cherished Home Care, Prestige Nursing & Care and Comfort Keepers (Ireland).