Shared Lives Carers

Overview

In this role you open your home to a vulnerable adult, supporting their independence and daily living. You become part of a flexible, community-based scheme that offers long-term or short-break placements, with training and ongoing support. You’ll help with everyday tasks, skills development, and employment-related activities, while earning a regular payment. This opportunity enables meaningful, person-centred care within a supportive team and local community.

Pay / Benefits

• training and regular support from the team
• payment for supporting the person (minimum around £330 per week)
• flexible, community-based scheme
• opportunity for long-term or short-break arrangements

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home care and support for a placed adult, including overnight stays or day support
• Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking and personal care
• Support adults to pursue work, volunteering, or skills development
• Collaborate with the Shared Lives team to plan and review care
• Deliver flexible care arrangements aligned with individual needs

Key requirements

• Commitment to caring for vulnerable adults
• Willingness to host in own home in the London Borough of Bromley
• Ability to provide flexible support including overnight or day services
• Open to training and ongoing support from the team

• Commitment
• Empathy
• Patience
• Flexibility
• Cultural awareness

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