Live-in Care Assistant - Penzance

Live-in Female Care Assistant

Penzance (TR18)

Important information before applying

Due to the nature of this role:

• This is a female-only role (occupational requirement)

• Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence

• This is a live-in position

• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position

It’s good to feel valued at work.

At Bluebird Care Mid & West Cornwall, we support people to stay in the place they love most – their home.
For live-in care, that means providing consistent, one-to-one support that respects individuality, independence and everyday life.

We’re looking for a Female Live-in Care Assistant to support a customer S in Penzance, living alongside him and helping him continue to live a full, active and meaningful life.

It’s important that the person joining us feels comfortable supporting his lifestyle and interests.

What the role involves

As a Live-in Care Assistant, you’ll be part of our team of Care Experts, providing consistent, one-to-one support while living in the customer’s home.

Your role will include:

• Personal care, delivered with dignity and respect

• Moving and positioning support

• Supporting daily routines while encouraging independence

• Providing companionship and practical support

• Supporting an active lifestyle, including social outings and events

This role follows a rolling 2 weeks on / 1 week off rota, giving you clear structure and regular time to rest and recharge.

About the customer

This role is dedicated to supporting one individual S, so it’s important that the person applying feels comfortable with his lifestyle and interests.

You’ll be supporting a customer who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and uses a powerchair full time. He leads a full and active life and values his independence.

He enjoys:

• Watching cricket and football

• Listening to music

• Spending time with family and friends

• Getting out and about, including evenings out and social events

Driving is an essential part of this role, as he has a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) and enjoys maintaining an active social life.

This placement would suit someone who:

• Enjoys being out and about rather than staying at home

• Is confident supporting social plans and changes to routine

• Values companionship as much as practical support

• Is calm, patient and respectful, while encouraging independence

Pay, rota and progression

• £130 per day

• Rolling 2 weeks on / 1 week off rota

• Clearly defined working time, downtime and regular breaks

• Ongoing training and support, with opportunities to develop your care career

What we offer you

We know live-in care is a commitment, so we focus on making sure our Care Assistants feel supported, comfortable and valued.

You’ll receive:

• Full paid training, whether you’re new to care or experienced

• Comfortable accommodation, including a private room, TV and WiFi

• Food allowance provided by the customer

• Mileage allowance of 35p per mile when using your own vehicle for work

• Regular contact with a supportive local manager

• Access to our career pathway and ongoing development

• A role where you’re treated with trust, respect and appreciation

What we’re looking for

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are kind, patient and dependable

• Enjoy supporting an active and social lifestyle

• Are adaptable and confident providing one-to-one care

• Hold a full UK driving licence

• Have the right to work in the UK

Previous care experience is welcome, but not essential — full training is provided.

Unsure about applying?

Because this role is so personal, we’re very happy to have an informal conversation before you apply, so you can ask questions and decide whether this feels like the right fit.

Apply today, or contact our local team to find out more.

Because when care feels right, work does too.
It’s good to be home.