Live in Companion
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Position Overview & Specifications
Live in companion/buddy/carer in CB2
Rate of pay is £840 per week, 24-hour care with 2 hours rest break each day
I'm a 22-year-old female living independently in Cambridge CB2 looking to recruit a live in companion/buddy/carer who can work on a regular rota of 1 week on and 1 week off with a start date as soon as possible, and also someone who could be available to cover shifts with short notice.I'm a university graduate and a wheelchair user who requires 24-hour care, looking for FEMALE APPLICANTS ONLY.
This post is open only to people who identify as female due to the personal care element of the job and is a genuine occupational requirement. This is in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9. I am currently studying for a masters in creative writing at the Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge.I am fun-loving and always looking to try new things and explore new places. I don’t like to me stuck indoors, and I enjoy accessing the community, travelling, going to concerts and festivals. There is a not a lot that I don’t like to do, and I need somebody who is equally up for getting stuck in, and having a good time whilst supporting me.I live in a 2-bedroom house and as my live in companion you will have your own room, and regular time to yourself each day. I need help with every aspect of my day, including personal care tasks, support with all transfers, meal preparation, keeping my house clean and hazard free.I’m offering regular pattern of work with 1:1 meeting to discuss the support. I am looking for flexible workers and happy to discuss 1 week on and 1 week off pattern of working with you and another worker.
You need to have/be:
A clean checkable driver’s license as you will be driving my automatic Ford Torneo Motability vehicle Care/support experience gained either with a family member or through paid employment (preferred)Able to ensure my living environment is kept safe and cleanExcellent communication skillsA dog/animal lover
“Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by PeoplePlus”
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Education Support & Training Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Live in Companion roles across People Plus Independent Living Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Education Support & Training Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21 - £21 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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