Live-in Carer | Watershed Care Services

Locations: Surrey, Berkshire & Hampshire

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time & Part-Time

Watershed Care Services UK Limited is a family-run business dedicated to providing exceptional, personalised care across Surrey, Berkshire, and Hampshire. With a focus on empathy, respect, and professional care, we support our clients to live independently, ensuring their needs and preferences are at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with families and healthcare providers to deliver the best care possible.

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Live-In Carers to join our team. In this role, you will provide high-quality, personalised care to our Service Users, ensuring they remain comfortable, independent, and supported in their own homes.

As a Live-In Carer, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Personal Care: Assisting with daily personal care routines, such as showering, dressing, and toileting.

  • Mobility Support: Helping Service Users with movement around their homes, ensuring safety and comfort.

  • Medication Management: Overseeing medication and assisting with prescriptions as needed.

  • Companionship: Providing emotional support and companionship to ensure a high quality of life.

  • Housekeeping: Assisting with cleaning, meal preparation, and other household tasks to maintain a comfortable living environment.

  • Errands: Running errands such as shopping or picking up prescriptions.

 

Our Requirements

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about care and eager to make a difference in their community. To be eligible for this role, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Compassionate, patient, and experienced in providing care

  • Skilled in administering medication and supporting Service Users with medical needs

  • Adaptable, organised, and tech-savvy to manage daily tasks and schedules

  • Willing to travel to different placements across the Surrey, Berkshire & Hampshire

  • Comfortable with pets and cooking

  • You must have the Right to Work in the UK (We cannot sponsor Health and Care Worker visas)

 

Working Hours

  • Live-In Care: You will live with the Service User in their home, with scheduled time off at agreed intervals.

  • Accommodation: A private bedroom will be provided during your placement.

  • The role offers flexibility with both short-term (1-2 weeks) and long-term ongoing placements to suit your lifestyle.

 

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive pay starting at £700 per week .

  • Training and development opportunities, including nationally recognised qualifications like QCFs

  • Pension scheme access

  • FREE Blue Light Card providing discounts at major retailers

  • Ongoing support from local managers

  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program for additional wellbeing support

  • Referral bonus: Earn up to £100 for referring a friend

  • 20 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays

  • Support to gain nationally recognised qualifications, including your Care Certificate and NVQs

  • Annual pay reviews based on the cost of living