Live‑In Care Professional (Single Client)

Company Description

Home Instead is widely recognised as one of the most established and trusted providers of non‑medical home care, supporting around 100,000 older adults across nearly 1,200 locations worldwide. Their care professionals undergo comprehensive training in areas such as emergency response and dementia care, alongside extensive background checks, helping ensure clients receive safe, compassionate, and consistent support.

Founded in 1994, Home Instead has grown into one of the world’s largest home‑care networks, offering personalised care plans designed to help older adults maintain independence and dignity at home. Their long-standing reputation, structured assessments, and responsive local teams contribute to making them a dependable choice for families seeking high‑quality, reliable care.

Home Instead Shoreham, Petts Wood and Longfield Branch are a 5 star certified employer with Workbuzz for 2025, and currently have a 10/10 rating for reviews on the Homecare website.

Job Description

We are looking for a warm, capable Live‑in Care Professional to support an independent client who benefits from structured help at home. This role is ideal for an individual who builds rapport easily and enjoys providing steady, consistent support.

About the Client

• Requires medication administration.
• Needs home‑cooked meal preparation, so the Care Professional must be confident in the kitchen.
• May need occasional support with personal care when fatigued.
• Values independence and a calm, respectful atmosphere.

Role Responsibilities

• Preparing nutritious meals and supporting healthy daily routines.
• Assisting with medication and occasional personal care.
• Light household tasks to keep the home running smoothly.
• Offering companionship while maintaining appropriate personal space.

Rota: 2 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Start Date: TBC

Qualifications

Role Responsibilities

• Preparing nutritious meals and supporting healthy daily routines.
• Assisting with medication and occasional personal care.
• Light household tasks to keep the home running smoothly.
• Offering companionship while maintaining appropriate personal space.

Additional Information

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who enjoys cooking and preparing balanced meals.
• Reliable, organised, and proactive in household tasks.
• Calm, friendly, and able to adapt to the client’s pace and preferred routines.