Home Instead
Live In Care Care Assistant
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Live-In Care Assistant – Rochdale
Company: Home Instead
About Home Instead
Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum one-hour visits, award-winning training, and an excellent reputation, we are proud of the quality of care we provide. Our Live-In Care Professionals are matched to clients based on shared interests and hobbies, fostering trust and personalised support.
Job Description
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Live-In Care Assistant to join our team in Rochdale. In this meaningful role, you will reside in a client’s home and provide essential non-medical support, enabling our clients to maintain their independence and enjoy a high quality of life. As the primary point of contact, you will build professional relationships while delivering empathetic, person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
- Personal Care Support:
- Assist clients with washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting in a respectful and dignified manner.
- Meal Preparation & Nutrition:
- Help prepare meals, ensuring nutritional needs and dietary requirements are met.
- Housekeeping & Safety:
- Perform light housekeeping tasks (cleaning, laundry) to maintain a safe and comfortable living environment.
- Social Engagement & Outings:
- Accompany clients to appointments, outings, and social activities to enhance their wellbeing.
- Medication & Health Monitoring:
- Provide medication reminders and support with prescriptions as directed.
- Monitor health and wellbeing changes, reporting concerns to healthcare professionals when necessary.
- Record-Keeping & Communication:
- Maintain detailed, accurate care records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection.
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the care team to deliver consistent support.
- Professional & Flexible Support:
- Respond promptly to client needs, demonstrating flexibility, problem-solving, and professionalism.
- Identify and report safeguarding concerns or hazards to ensure safety.
- Encourage client independence while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
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Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum one year's experience providing support to clients with dementia.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and duty of care responsibilities.
- Excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse clients.
- Strong reliability, time management, and ability to work independently or as a team member.
- Willingness to undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
- Commitment to person-centred care and promoting client dignity and independence.
Date Advert Closes: 02 June 2026
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