About this role

Company Description

Live-In Care Professional – £154.79 per day

Taunton Area | Typically working on a 2 week on, 2 week off shift pattern |

Taunton & Local Villages |

We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider rate outstanding by CQC.

What We Offer You:

£154.79 per day

  • Holiday pay, pension scheme and wellbeing support scheme
  • Free PPE and full induction training
  • Ongoing learning, NVQ/QCF qualifications and clear progression routes
  • Refer a Friend Scheme

Job Description

Role

As an experienced Live-In Carer, you’ll be supporting older adults in their own home with providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home.

Key Tasks

  • Provide round-the-clock care, including personal care, companionship and home help
  • Be a consistent and comforting presence, offering support tailored to each client’s unique needs
  • Assist with tasks such as cooking, medication reminders, housekeeping and emotional support
  • As a Live-In Care Professional, you will receive with 3 meals a day or food allowance to be discussed upon interview. Your own room to stay in and access to a TV and WiFi and a 2 hour break each day, when best for our clients

Ideal Candidate

Essential:

  • A valid Category B driving license is a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to the need to travel between remote sites where public transport is unavailable.
  • Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS
  • You have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer any form of Sponsorship)

Desirable:

  • Level 4 English and IT literate
  • Dementia experience
  • A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference
  • Resilient, reliable, proactive with a can-do attitude
  • DBS on the Update Service

Qualifications

Additional Information

What happens next?

  • As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours
  • We will arrange an interview with you
  • If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP

Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead

Apply now to start your care journey with us

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Live-In Carer position at homeinsteadcare?
The salary for this Live-In Carer role at homeinsteadcare is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Live-In Carer job at homeinsteadcare remote?
Yes, this Live-In Carer position at homeinsteadcare is remote, with team members based in England, Taunton, Taunton, England, United Kingdom, gb. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Live-In Carer role at homeinsteadcare full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Live-In Carer role at homeinsteadcare.
How do I apply for the Live-In Carer position at homeinsteadcare?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to homeinsteadcare's official application portal hosted on smartrecruiters where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Live-In Carer job at homeinsteadcare posted?
This Live-In Carer position at homeinsteadcare was posted on Mar 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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