Live in Care Assistant

Holland & Barrett; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care service provider is looking for Live-In Care Assistants to provide compassionate care on the Isle of Wight. Responsibilities include assisting clients with personal care, mobility, and emotional support, while maintaining dignity and independence. The ideal candidate should have good communication skills and preferably possess NVQ qualifications in Health & Social Care. This opportunity offers structured shift patterns, free DBS checks, and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Accommodation and meals provided

Fully funded NVQ qualifications

Free DBS check

Refer-a-friend bonus

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering compassionate care and supporting daily activities.
• Basic first aid training is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care in a respectful manner.
• Assist with mobility and health monitoring.
• Prepare nutritious meals for clients.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate daily records of care provided.

Skills

Good communication and listening skills

Empathetic and patient nature

Ability to work independently

Reliability and trustworthiness

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Join Our Care Team on the Isle of Wight – Competitive Pay, Accommodation and meals provided while on placement, Apply Now!

Location: Client’s home - Isle of Wight

Looking for a rewarding career in care?

At Allcare, we make your working day easier with structured shift patterns, constant support from Supervisors and ongoing training.

For over 20 years, Allcare has delivered high-quality, person-centred home care across the South Region. Our mission is simple: to enhance quality of life, independence, and dignity through exceptional care.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Consistent shift patterns: 2 weeks in placement / 2 weeks out
• Long-term positions
• Full training programme, including paid shadow shift/meet & greet
• Fully funded NVQ qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Refer-a-friend bonus (T&C's Apply)
• Clear career progression opportunities

About the Role

As a Live-In Care Assistant, you will provide compassionate, person-centred care and companionship to clients in the comfort of their own homes. You will live alongside your client, supporting them with daily activities, personal care, and emotional wellbeing, helping them maintain independence and dignity.

• Provide personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, grooming) in a respectful and dignified manner.
• Assist with mobility, medication reminders, and health monitoring.
• Prepare nutritious meals and support with feeding if required.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and encouragement.
• Accompany clients to appointments, social activities, or outings.
• Maintain accurate daily records and report any concerns to supervisors or healthcare professionals.
• Warm, empathetic, and patient nature.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different home environments.
• Respect for privacy, dignity, and cultural preferences.
• Reliability and trustworthiness.

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (advantageous).
• Basic first aid and manual handling training (