Live in Carer

Looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely change someone’s life?

At St Jude’s Care, our Live-In Carers provide more than care — they bring comfort, companionship and confidence to people living independently in their own homes across Dorset and Somerset .

If you’re caring, reliable and passionate about helping others, we’d love to welcome you to our friendly family-run team.

• Personal care delivered with dignity and compassion
• Preparing home-cooked meals suited to dietary needs and preferences
• Providing companionship, reassurance and meaningful conversation
• Helping with light household tasks to keep homes safe and comfortable
• Encouraging independence and supporting clients to stay involved in daily life

Every placement is different — but every day, you’ll make a real difference.

• Competitive pay – earn up to £1000 per week
• Paid induction and full Care Certificate training
• Career progression opportunities including NVQ Level 2 & 3 and Level 3 Diploma in Adult Health & Social Care
• Guaranteed breaks – two hours off daily plus a full 8-hour weekly break
• Travel allowance up to £100 per placement
• 24-hour support from our friendly care management team
• Clear progression routes into Senior Carer, Complex Care or office-based roles
• £500 referral bonus for every friend you refer*
• Free DBS check*
• A supportive local team where you’re genuinely valued and recognised

• A caring, person-centred approach
• Good communication skills and spoken English
• Confidence working independently in a client’s home
• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one
• 6+ months of live-in care experience
• Driving licence desirable but not essential

St Jude’s Care is a family-run care provider based in Weymouth with over 20 years of experience and a Good CQC rating.

Our mission is simple: to make a positive difference every day by helping people live happy, purposeful lives at home — and we believe great care starts with great carers.

Ready to make every moment matter?

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We’d love to chat about our Live-In Care opportunities.

* T&Cs apply. St Jude’s Care is an equal opportunities employer.