Job Title: Housekeeper/Caregiver
Location: Alton, Hampshire
Wage: £130 to £140 per day
Hours: Full-time (55 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
Employer: Guardian Carers
Job Type: Permanent
Job Category: UK Jobs With Sponsorship—Housekeeper/Caregiver
Job Overview
A family in Alton is looking for a full-time live-in Housekeeper/Caregiver to care for an elderly relative while maintaining their home. This role requires balancing caregiving duties with housekeeping responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a compassionate, organized, and attentive approach to caring for the elderly and the household.
Summary
This is a full-time live-in position where the Housekeeper/Caregiver will ensure that the elderly family member is well looked after while also keeping the home tidy and organized. The successful candidate must be proactive in handling both personal care and household duties.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 55 hours per week
Responsibilities
Housekeeping duties include:
- Vacuuming and keeping floors clean
- Changing bed linens regularly
- Keeping the kitchen clean at all times
- Washing dishes and loading the dishwasher
- Managing grocery shopping and keeping the home stocked
- Ensuring the house is neat, organized, and clean
Caregiving duties include:
- Assisting with personal care and grooming
- Helping with bathing and hygiene
- Providing emotional and practical support
- Organizing leisure activities to keep the client engaged
- Preparing food, feeding when necessary
- Administering medication as directed
- The ideal candidate should have strong multitasking skills, as they will be responsible for both the well-being of the elderly relative and the upkeep of the home.
Essential Requirements
To apply for this role, candidates must:
- Have a valid UK residence permit
- Be available to start immediately
- Have a compassionate attitude towards caregiving
- Be capable of managing household tasks efficiently
- Have good communication skills and a friendly approach
Work Environment for a Housekeeper/Caregiver
- Live-in arrangement: You will be residing in the client’s home, so maintaining professionalism and boundaries is key.
- Family environment: Working closely with a family requires excellent communication and adaptability to meet their specific needs.
- Care-focused: You will provide direct care and emotional support, requiring patience and empathy.
- Physical demands: The job includes both caregiving and housekeeping tasks, which can be physically demanding.
Tips for Working as a Housekeeper/Caregiver in the UK
- Prioritize time management: Balancing care and housekeeping requires effective time allocation.
- Build trust: Establish a good relationship with the family and the elderly relative through communication and reliability.
- Be adaptable: Be ready to adjust your routine based on the changing needs of the elderly client.
- Stay organized: Keep track of household tasks and care schedules to ensure nothing is missed.
Skills and Knowledge Needed as a Housekeeper/Caregiver
- Personal care skills: Experience or training in assisting with grooming, bathing, and hygiene is essential.
- Housekeeping skills: A good understanding of cleaning, organizing, and maintaining a household.
- Compassion and patience: The ability to provide emotional support and care in a patient, understanding manner.
- Multi-tasking: Efficiently balancing the responsibilities of both caregiving and housekeeping.
- Communication skills: Being able to clearly communicate with family members, doctors, or other caregivers about the client’s needs and well-being.
Education and Certification Requirements
- No formal qualifications are required for the role, but experience in caregiving or housekeeping is preferred.
- Basic training in personal care or home assistance is beneficial.
- First Aid and CPR certification can be an advantage, as well as any additional qualifications related to elderly care.
Who Can Apply?
This job is open to:
- UK citizens
- Permanent or temporary residents of the UK
- Candidates with or without a valid work permit (as long as they have the right to work in the UK)
How to Apply
To apply, visit the Company’s Website.