Job Description

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Are you a compassionate and experienced Live-In Carer looking for a rewarding role?
We are seeking a female live-in carer (required due to the need to provide personal care in line with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1) to support a gentleman with spinal injury care needs in Nottingham (NG4). If you're a confident driver who enjoys supporting someone to maintain structure, independence, and daily outings, this could be the perfect role for you.
? About the Role
This role is ideal for a calm, organised, and reliable carer who can follow a clear routine and offer respectful support. You'll provide one-on-one care, assisting with personal care, mobility, transfers/equipment, and day-to-day tasks to ensure the client's day runs smoothly. He enjoys getting out daily, so confidence driving his adapted vehicle is essential.
? Location: Nottingham NG4
? Driver: Essential - the client goes out every day and carers must drive his adapted vehicle and hold a clean driver's licence.
? No pets. The client is a smoker, but only ever smokes outside and is completely independent with this.
? Rota & Pay
Job type: Live-in
Shift Pattern: 2 weeks live-in, 2 weeks off
(May vary slightly over Christmas depending on the routine.)
Following your rest period, you may have the option to work with another client for 1 week, or join our Standby rota if eligible.

• Pay rate: 136.38 per day
• Food allowance: Full daily food allowance provided
• Travel allowance: Competitive for each placement

? Live-In Care Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, mobility, meal prep, and daily living activities
• Provide support with spinal injury care and encourage independence
• Observe and record the client's health status and ensure their safety
• Drive and support with daily outings, community access, and appointments

What We're Looking For
Female carer required due to personal care needs
(Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1)
We welcome applications from female carers who are kind, dependable, organised, and confident supporting someone in their own home. You don't need prior spinal injury experience -- just a willingness to learn and follow the client's established routine.
Training & Support
Paragon is a specialist provider of spinal cord injury and complex care.
You'll receive full training before you start, and where possible, time will be given to get familiar with the care routine.
What We Offer
? Up to 400 in Joining & Training Rewards
? Competitive Pay Rates
? Double Pay on Xmas Day
? 24/7 Nurse-Led Support
? Fully Paid Training - e-Learning & In-Person
? Career Development Opportunities
? 250 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
Rewards and bonuses subject to eligibility criteria
Other benefits include:

• Growth and progression opportunities
• Relaxed and supportive work setting
• On-the-job training
• Safe and inclusive work environments
• Travel allowance (if eligible)
• Two-weekly payroll
• Stable, regular shifts with advance schedules
• Staff reward and benefits scheme
• You are never alone - 24-hour support
• Nurse-led service and expert guidance

? Award-winning employer, recommended by our staff
? Cycle to Work Scheme
Responsibilities

• Observe and record the client's health status
• Assist clients with activities of daily living
• Ensure the client's safety
• Maintain client confidentiality
• Notify clients of changes in medications
• Arrange transportation for client appointments

Requirements to Work with Us

• Complete our online application form
• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced (DBS) check or online sign-up
• References

About Paragon Home Healthcare
At Paragon Home Healthcare, we prioritize our staff. We are a professional, innovative, and rewarding team with a primary goal: to enhance the lives of those in need of care through compassionate, consistent, and high-quality home care services.
Join our award-winning team, where we offer immediate starts, swift recruitment, paid training, flexible schedules, and regular work. Our staff consistently rates us as a 5-star employer.
Paragon Home Healthcare is a client-focused and ethical care organization committed to delivering exceptional quality of care while valuing and supporting our staff.
If you're interested -- or know someone who might be a good fit -- we'd love to hear from you.
Paragon Home Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. Roles with occupational requirements are assessed on a case-by-case basis and are compliant with the Equality Act 2010.

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