via indeed · 3 June 2026 ·3 days ago

Live-in Care Assistant

Spinal Homecare
Edinburgh Full-time
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Are you looking for a role that's more than just a job?

We're seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and proactive FEMALE Live\-in Care Assistant to join our small team supporting individuals with a spinal cord injury to live an active, independent, and fulfilling life. This is a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a genuine impact on someone's day\-to\-day experiences and ambitions.

Interested?

If you're someone who enjoys helping others achieve their goals and wants a role that is rewarding, varied, and genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing: No two days are the same. You could be:

  • Supporting personal care and daily routines.

  • Assisting with mobility and helping maintain independence.

  • Accompanying and supporting social, leisure, and community activities.

  • Helping with travel, appointments, and outings.

  • Assisting with meal preparation and household tasks.

  • Providing practical support that enables an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

  • Working as part of a supportive team dedicated to promoting choice, dignity, and independence.
Why Join Us?
  • Competitive rates of pay of £1001\.00 per week.

  • All UK travel expeses paid for in advance

  • Comprehensive paid training \& accomodation commencing the 15th until 18th June

  • Free DBS/PVG

  • A supportive and friendly working environment.

  • Meaningful work where you can see the difference you make every day.

  • The opportunity to develop valuable skills and experience in health and social care.
Who We're Looking For: You don't need years of experience—your attitude is what matters most.

We're looking for someone who is:

✔ Positive, energetic, and dependable
✔ Compassionate and respectful
✔ A confident communicator
✔ Flexible and willing to learn new skills
✔ Able to work independently and use initiative
✔ Committed to supporting someone to live life on their own terms

✔ Previous care, support work, healthcare experience would be an advantage, but not essential as full training is provided.

This position is suitable for Healthcare Assistants, Care Assistants, and Support Workers and those looking for a career change.

Please note, to be considered for an interview, you MUST be a FEMALE preferred manual car driver, aged 21 or older, with the legal right to live and work in the UK, or your application will be rejected. Only successful applicants will be contacted

Please be aware that we do not offer CoS

Spinal Homecare is an Equal Opportunities Employer; however, due to the nature of the position, we specifically require non\-smoking female car drivers aged 21 or older, as requested by our clients.

Pay: £1,001\.00 per week

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Discounted or free food

  • Paid training
Education:
  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
  • care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
  • Full UK or International driving licence required (required)
Work authorisation:
  • United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
  • 100% (preferred)
Work Location: On the road

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