About the Role
Paragon Home Healthcare is hiring a live-in care assistant for an Irish man with a spinal cord injury. He remains highly independent, spontaneous and busy. He leads an active lifestyle and requires a carer who can support him with moving and handling, daily tasks, and drive his adapted vehicle. He enjoys socialising, visiting cinema, gym and family. He lives in a spacious home with a garden, partner, family and a dog.
Job Details
Rota: 2‑week live‑in assignment, followed by a 2‑week rest period. After a 1‑week rest you may work with another client for 1 week or, if eligible, join a standby rota working from home.
Pay rate: £139.81 per day.
Travel allowance: Competitive travel allowance for each placement.
Food allowance: Competitive food allowance per day, if applicable.
Live‑In Care Responsibilities
- Assist with personal care, mobility, meal preparation 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 and well‑being.
- Arrange transportation for appointments, outings and travel when required.
Location and Driver Requirements
Location: DA16. Driver: Essential – you must have a clean driver’s licence and be ready to drive the client’s adapted vehicle and support regular community outings. The client goes out every day.
What We’re Looking For
Male carer required due to the need to provide personal care. We welcome applications from male carers who are kind, dependable and confident supporting someone in their own home. Experience with spinal injury is not required; a willingness to learn and a common‑sense approach is sufficient.
What We Offer
- Up to £400 in joining and training rewards.
- Competitive pay rates.
- Double pay on Christmas Day.
- 24/7 nurse‑led support.
- Fully paid training – e‑Learning & in‑person.
- Career development opportunities.
- £250 refer‑a‑friend bonus.
- Growth and progression opportunities.
- Relaxed and supportive work setting.
- On‑the‑job training.
- Safe and inclusive work environment.
- Travel allowance (if eligible).
- Two‑weekly payroll.
- Stable, regular shifts with advance schedules.
- Staff reward and benefits scheme.
- 24‑hour support.
- Nurse‑led service and expert guidance.
- Award‑winning employer, recommended by 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 changes in medications.
- Arrange transportation for appointments.
Requirements to Work with Us
- Complete the online application form.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Enhanced (DBS) check or online sign‑up.
- References.
Training & Support
Paragon is a specialist provider of spinal cord injury and complex care. You’ll receive full training before you start, and time will be given to get familiar with the care routine. No previous experience with spinal care is needed.
Paragon Home Healthcare is a client‑focused and ethical care organisation committed to delivering exceptional quality of care while valuing and supporting our staff.
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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