Live In Carer Temporary

Position: Live In Carer (Permanent, Contract, Temporary)
Live-In Support Worker – Learning Disabilities

Location:

Multiple locations in Yeovil
Job Type: Live-In Support | Regular Bookings | Minimum 2-Week Assignments

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced female Live-In Support Worker to assist an adult with learning disabilities in their own home in Salisbury.

This role offers regular ongoing work with bookings ranging from 1 to 3 weeks, providing consistency, stability, and the chance to build a meaningful therapeutic relationship.

🕒 Shift Details

Hours:

7:00am – 10:00pm (Live-in)
Working Pattern: 6 days per week
Breaks: 2-hour break per day + 1x 8-hour extended break per week

🧑‍⚕️ Client Overview

Level of Support:
Moderate
Primary Needs /

Conditions:

* Adult with learning disabilities and communication needs

* Requires support with daily routines and structured activities

* May need prompts or assistance with personal care

* Requires emotional reassurance and support with decision-making

* Responds best to calm, patient, and consistent communication

* Enjoys routine, clear boundaries, and predictable days

🪄 Key Responsibilities

* Supporting daily living skills and personal care

* Helping with communication and engagement

* Encouraging independence in household tasks

* Planning and supporting social or community activities

* Monitoring wellbeing and responding to emotional or behavioural needs

* Preparing simple, nutritious meals

* Maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive home environment

🧰 Skills & Requirements

* Experience working with adults with learning disabilities

* Understanding of communication needs, sensory needs, or behaviours of concern

* Confident with care plans, routines, and maintaining clear boundaries

* Kind, patient, and consistent with excellent communication skills

* Must be female (due to client’s preference)

💷 What We Offer

* Regular, ongoing live-in bookings in the Salisbury area

* Support from a friendly and professional care team

* Weekly pay and 24/7 on-call support

* Opportunities for continuous, repeat bookings based on performance

If you are an experienced support worker who is passionate about empowering people with learning disabilities — we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today and join a team that values both support workers and the people we support