Female Live-In Carer (24 / 7 Care)

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and reliable Live-In Carer to provide round-the-clock care and support to a wheelchair-user with a complex disability following a spinal cord injury.
You will play a crucial role in supporting all aspects of daily living, including personal care, mobility assistance, meal preparation, domestic duties, and ensuring medication is administered safely and on time. Full training will be provided.
The individual is a friendly lady who enjoys socialising, gardening, visiting the theatre and being active., Personal & Medical Care
Full personal care
Medication administration
Use of hoist and sling for all transfers (Full training will be provided)
Night care including being on call for all needs

Nutrition & Hydration
Preparing & support with meals according to dietary needs
Ensuring adequate fluid intake and managing any feeding-related risks

Household Tasks
General domestic duties around the home
Food shopping
Managing household supplies and liaising with other support professionals as needed

Previous experience with complex care patients
Trained or confident in using a hoist and sling for safe manual handling
First Aid & Manual Handling training (or willingness to undergo training)
Good communication skills and a calm, reassuring manner
An understanding of the emotional and physical impact of long-term disability
Respectful of the client & their home environment

Additional Requirements:
Right to work in the UK
Clean driving licence (essential)
Special Conditions:
A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process.
Disclaimer:
The Rowan Organisation is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer nor be responsible for any actions arising out of your employment.