Live In Carer Kirklees

Home Instead

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Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, England, gb remote Until 9/13/2026 First posted July 15, 2026 Last posted July 15, 2026
Job description

Home Instead is a leading provider of personalised home care and companionship for older adults. We are proud of our excellent reputation and commitment to delivering high-quality, relationship-led care that helps people remain independent in their own homes.

We are looking for people with kind, compassionate hearts who want to make a true difference to the quality of life of our clients by joining our team in Kirklees as a Live-In Carer. As a Live-In Carer, you will live in an elderly person's home and provide a variety of non-medical services to help them remain independent in their own home.

We are currently recruiting for female Live-In Carers to support a client in the HD8 and HD6 area . The clients enjoy social outings during the day and would benefit from someone who has access to a car and is happy to accompany them on these activities.

Previous experience working in a care setting with older people is essential. You will have a genuine passion for supporting others and take pride in delivering outstanding care. You will be reliable, trustworthy, respectful, and committed to building professional relationships while providing companionship and support.

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Have a valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Be registered with the DBS Update Service or be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• Have access to a car with appropriate insurance, including Business Class 1 cover, to transport the client on outings.
• Be available to start in early to mid-July to early August 2026.

As a Live In Carer, you will be provided with 3 meals a day or an allowance from the client, a separate room to stay and access to a TV and WiFi.  In addition, we offer comprehensive training and support.

All Live-In Carers are entitled to a minimum two-hour break each day during their placement, in accordance with working time regulations.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: £130.00 per day

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay
  • Store discount

Work Location: In person

Compensation (from employer):
Up to 130 GBP

About this role

Summary

Provide non-medical elderly care and companionship in clients' homes, supporting independence and outings.

Job title

Live In Carer

Experience level

required previous care experience

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Kirklees, England; remote work not allowed

Salary

£0k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

care experiencetrustworthyreliablerespectfuldriver

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

elderly carecompanionshipnon-medical supportdrivercommunity
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site