JOB DETAILS
Live-In Carer
CompanyHome Instead
LocationYeovil
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 20, 2026
About The Company
As the world’s leading provider of in-home care, we help older adults live safely and independently at home, without sacrificing their quality of life. Whether they need occasional respite care or full-time support, our Care Pros are carefully selected to provide the best care, giving families peace of mind.
With the support of our parent company, Honor Technology, Home Instead is reshaping the aging experience—combining the latest innovations in home care with the compassion that has guided us for over 30 years.
About the Role
Company Description
Live-In Care Professional – up to £130/24hr
Yeovil Area | Typically working on a 2 week on, 2 week off shift pattern |
We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider, celebrated as the Best Social Care Company and recognised as a 5‑Star Employer for the past three years.
What We Offer You:
£130.00 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)
- Minimum of 2 years experienced of providing live-in care in the clients own home
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
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
Key Skills
Personal CareCompanionshipHome HelpMedication RemindersHousekeepingEmotional SupportDementia CareIT LiteracyDriving
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
Benefits
Holiday PayPension SchemeWellbeing Support SchemeFree PPEFull Induction TrainingOngoing LearningNVQ/QCF QualificationsClear Progression RoutesRefer A Friend Scheme3 Meals A Day Or Food AllowancePrivate RoomTV And WiFi Access
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide round-the-clock personal care, companionship, and home help to older adults in their own homes. Responsibilities include cooking, medication reminders, housekeeping, and offering emotional support.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
25624
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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