Female Live In Carer; Client

At Draycott we care about care!

We are looking for a female live-in carer to support one of our clients.

Salary:
Weekdays £138.60 per day, and weekends £148.10 per day, plus food allowance

Location:

Windsor

Start date:

August 2026

We like to match our carers’ skills and experience to our clients’ needs, which may vary from physical and practical support to social and emotional care.

As a live-in carer, you’ll live with your client for the duration of your rota. Depending on the needs of your client, shifts can range from 10-12 hours a day. During this time, you will be able to take breaks. If your client can’t be left alone during your break, cover will be arranged.

• Supporting a client with a spinal cord injury
• Assisting with moving and handling (competence required)
• Administering suppositories (training will be provided)
• Providing day-to-day personal care and promoting independence
• Offering emotional and mental health support
• Managing and responding appropriately to behaviours that might challenge at times
• Building a trusting, respectful relationship with the client

• Proven experience in mental health care (essential)
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, including spinal injuries or similar conditions
• Confident and competent in manual handling techniques (essential)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Resilient, patient, and empathetic personality
• Willingness to work in a challenging environment and provide consistent, person-centred care
• Female applicants only (due to personal care requirements)
• Working closely with the wider Draycott Head Office support team to ensure the best service for our clients
• Keeping accurate, factual written accounts of your time with the client via our care management app
• Observing and following Draycott Nursing’s Health and Safety policy
• Must be willing and able to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a mandatory requirement (or show proof of being on the DBS Update Service)
• Must be eligible to work in the UK without the requirement of company sponsorship

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible working hours
• Paid leave (accrued based on the hours you work)
• 24/7 on-call service
• Confidential Employment Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Extensive training programme and offerings
• Company social events
• All PPE Provided
• Recommend a Friend Bonus