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Live in Carer

Home Instead Edinburgh
Edinburgh, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/9/2026

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Live-In Care Professional to provide support to a friendly lady living with dementia in her own home as soon as possible.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about person-centred care and helping individuals maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing personal care support with dignity and respect.
  • Assisting with daily living activities and household tasks.
  • Preparing meals and supporting good nutrition and hydration.
  • Offering companionship, conversation, and emotional support.
  • Encouraging participation in hobbies, interests, and social activities.
  • Accompanying and assisting with appointments, shopping, and outings.
  • Supporting a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained home environment.
  • Promoting independence while providing reassurance and guidance as needed.

Essential Requirements

  • Previous experience supporting individuals living with dementia.
  • A caring, patient, and compassionate nature.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to build a trusting and supportive relationship.
  • Full UK manual driving licence and confidence driving a client in the community.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be warm, friendly, and proactive, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference. They will enjoy providing companionship as much as practical care and will be keen to support an active lifestyle, helping the client get out and about, attend appointments, enjoy local activities, and maintain social connections.

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment, the role is subject to a PVG Disclosure Scotland check.

Pay: £945.00 per week

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Flexible working, Annual leave, Job training

Salary : $945

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