Live-in Care Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
SweetTree Home Care Services has been awarded CQC Outstanding status twice in a row, which is a reflection of how we look after both our clients and our staff. Plus we’ve won many other accolades, including being rated one of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For (three times) and is rated Investors in People Gold. Our highly acclaimed SweetTree Care Academy also offers employees free, ongoing, and accredited training.
We are currently looking for a passionate Live-In Care Assistant, to provide exceptional care and support to our client in Highgate. The successful Live-In Care Assistant candidate must have a minimum of 3 month’s previous care experience supporting elderly or dementia clients. Our accredited Care Training Academy will provide you with all the training & tools needed to provide outstanding care. There is an additional food allowance of £40 per week; you will have your own room and a 2-hour break daily.
As a Live-In Care Assistant, you may be involved with:
- Providing companionship by spending time together, chatting, watching tv
- Assisting with personal care such as bathing, showering, dressing and toileting
- Preparing and cooking meals
- Assisting with mobility needs
- Oversee the clients medication needs in line with the care plan
- Undertake household chores including cleaning, washing, and ironing
- Assist with other tasks such as making doctor appointments, picking up prescriptions or shopping
Why SweetTree? We offer:
✅£500 Welcome Bonus for New Live-In Care Assistants
✅ Flexible hours to suit you
✅ CQC Outstanding-rated provider
✅ Live in care pay rates from £656.88 - £705.60 per week
✅ Wagestream: access your salary as you earn, no more waiting for your monthly pay
✅ Award-winning training via the SweetTree Academy
✅ 24 hour on-call support
✅ Award-winning social care company
✅ Internal awards, a recognition scheme, and Long Service Awards
✅£200 Friend Referral Scheme
✅28 days paid holiday including bank holidays
✅DBS Certificate fully refunded once you have successfully passed your probation
✅Contributory Pension Scheme
✅Access to LifeWorks Benefits Scheme – offering monetary savings and offers
✅An Employee Assistance Programme (for confidential advice and support)
Interested? Apply online today and we'll be in touch.
Job Types: Full-time, Zero hours contract
Salary: £656.88-£705.60 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme
Application question(s):
- Do you have at least 3 month's previous care experience?
- Are you interested in domiciliary care (providing care into people's homes)?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Healthcare Services & Hospitals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Live-in Care Assistant roles across SweetTree Home Care Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Healthcare Services & Hospitals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £16 - £18 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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