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Company Description

At Home Instead Ruislip and Harrow, we believe the best place to be is right where you are — at home. As a multi-award-winning care provider serving West London, we’re all about helping people stay comfy, independent, and happy in their own space.

Think of us as the property managers of care: making sure every client’s “home base” is a safe, welcoming haven. And guess what? We’re looking for friendly, passionate people to join our supportive, family-style team.

Why work with us?

  • 🚀 Top-notch training and career growth — because your success is our foundation

  • 🤝 A team that feels more like a community 

  • 🏡 The chance to help people live independently, with care that fits their style

  • 🌟 Work that really matters — every single day

Ready to move your career into a place where you can grow, support, and shine?

Come build something meaningful with Home Instead.

Job Description

You will live in the client’s home as a Care Professional. You will be provided with either three meals a day or a weekly allowance of £42.00, along with a separate bedroom, TV access, and Wi-Fi.

Working hours are 12 hours per day with a 2-hour break.

The shift pattern is typically 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, although this may be subject to change.

Eperience in a care setting or supporting older people would be beneficial. This may include personal experience caring for a family member or voluntary work.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting others and takes pride in delivering outstanding care. You should be reliable, trustworthy, respectful, and comfortable building professional relationships and spending time in the company of others.

Your role will include:

  • Bathing and personal grooming
  • Companionship
  • Assisting with mobility
  • Encouraging and supporting activities
  • Light housekeeping
  • Meal preparation
  • Medication support
  • Running errands
  • Toilet and continence care
  • Accompanying clients on outings

Benefits include:

  • £854 per week
  • Pension scheme
  • Refer-a-friend scheme
  • Full induction programme and ongoing training and support
  • Opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications
  • Holiday pay
  • Paid mileage
  • Support to achieve your Care Certificate
  • Excellent career progression opportunities
  • Cash health plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your wellbeing

What we are looking for:

  • Experience is not essential, but preferred
  • Kind and compassionate individuals
  • Dedicated and reliable people

For more information, please call 01895 624230.

Qualifications

Experience in a live-in care capacity would be beneficial for this position.

Additional Information

What We Offer Our Care Professionals

Award-Winning Training & Full Support

No experience? No problem. You’ll receive full, accredited paid training, along with ongoing one-to-one mentoring to help you feel confident and supported in your role from day one.

Career Growth & Development

We support you every step of the way, with clear opportunities to progress and build a long-term career with Home Instead.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday including Bank Holidays and a flexible schedule designed to fit around your lifestyle.

Financial Security

Access to our company pension scheme, mileage allowance, and guaranteed hours 

A Supportive, Respectful Environment

Join a caring and compassionate team where you are valued and supported. You’ll make a real difference in people’s lives—every single day.

 

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This Live in Care Professional position at homeinsteadcare was posted on May 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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