Job Summary
Sonderwell is currently recruiting experienced Live-In Carers to provide person-focused care to clients with complex needs within their own homes. If you are passionate about caring for vulnerable individuals and have the experience to deliver exceptional care, they want to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Live-In Carer at Sonderwell, you will be living with the client in their own home, providing support with daily tasks and personal care. The role requires a commitment to living with the client for a minimum of 2 weeks at a time. You will stay with the client at all times, except during your designated break periods each day.
About Us
Sonderwell is a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving their clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, they believe in caring for their carers, so they deliver better care for their clients. You'll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you'll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other.
Date posted: 02 April 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £960.96 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 1272197994
Job locations: Sonderwell Okehampton EX20 1EJ
Weekly Pay: £960.96 Plus Food allowance
Location: Okehampton
Shift: 7 days per week. Minimum 2 weeks on shift.
About Sonderwell: Sonderwell is currently recruiting experienced Live-In Carers to provide person-focused care to clients with complex needs within their own homes. If you are passionate about caring for vulnerable individuals and have the experience to deliver exceptional care, we want to hear from you!
Job Description: As a Live-In Carer at Sonderwell, you will be living with the client in their own home, providing support with daily tasks and personal care. The role requires a commitment to living with the client for a minimum of 2 weeks at a time. You will stay with the client at all times, except during your designated break periods each day.
We Offer:
- Training and development opportunities
- Flexible working hours
- Regular block hour shift patterns
- NVQ study opportunities
What We Require:
- Flexibility and reliability
- Passion for caring for vulnerable people with various health issues
- Self-motivated with the ability to use your initiative
- Ability to work under pressure in stressful and challenging situations
- Previous experience in basic live-in care
Client Conditions: Our client requires support with daily tasks and has mental health challenges, specifically depression.
Supporting You: Working as a Sonderwell Carer is about more than just providing care. It’s about building trust with clients and their families. If you have a caring personality and relevant experience, we will provide comprehensive online and classroom training specific to complex care needs. You will also have the opportunity to study for an NVQ in care.
Work Environment: Depending on the client, you may be working independently or as part of a team. If you’re available, you could also provide care to more than one client. Before you begin, you will have the chance to meet your client and their family to ensure a smooth transition. Ongoing support will be provided by a Care Co-ordinator or Nurse Manager, and you will have access to our “Carer App” for additional insights and information.
What We Can Offer You: We understand that every client’s needs are unique, so we offer a variety of shift options, including full-time or part-time hours, day or night shifts. We also provide a referral payment if you recommend someone to join our team. Our employee assistance programme is available to support your well-being.
Commitment to Diversity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from all individuals, and we provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities, where possible.
Ready to Join Our Team? If you're excited about a career in care and believe you are a good fit for this role, we want to hear from you! Click the “Apply Now” button to submit your application. If you need any adjustments to the interview process, please let us know.
#Sonderwell
- We are Sonderwell At Sonderwell, we’re a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You’ll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you’ll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other. So, whatever path you choose, you’re never on your own – there’s always someone you can reach out to for help and advice. Job description Job responsibilities
Qualifications Essential
- Previous experience in basic live-in care
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
- Previous experience in basic live-in care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Employer's website: https://sonderwell.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
