# Shared Lives Carer

**Company**: London Borough of Hackney
**Location**: London Borough of Hackney
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Job type**: Flexible
**Salary**: GBP 500 - 900 per week
**Category**: Social Care
**Industry**: Healthcare

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## Description

As a Shared Lives carer with London Borough of Hackney, you will support adults and young people aged 16 and over who need care and support in their day-to-day lives.

The role involves providing personalised support tailored to the individual's agreed care plan, which may include:

- Nurturing life skills, such as sharing daily tasks and building self-confidence

- Supporting health and wellbeing, offering encouragement and structure to help individuals feel safe and comfortable

- Empowering independence, encouraging new experiences and helping people pursue hobbies and build friendships

- Providing a sense of belonging, opening your home so individuals feel included and valued as part of an extended family circle.

You do not need formal care qualifications to become a Shared Lives carer. What matters most are your personal qualities, skills, and commitment to supporting someone to reach their goals.

**Key Eligibility Criteria:**

- Age requirement: 21 years of age or older

- Residency status: Full-time UK resident or have leave to remain

- Location: Can live outside of Hackney if offering long-term or respite support

- Spare room: At least one spare bedroom required for long-term or respite support

- Background and vetting checks: Enhanced DBS check and references required

- Digital access: Reliable access to a digital device

**What We Offer:**

- Full training and dedicated support

- Paid allowance of £500-£900 per week, depending on the level of care and support type

- Tax concessions through Qualifying Care Relief

- Named Shared Lives Coordinator and regular home visits

- Free specialist training and ongoing professional development modules

- Opportunities to attend local carer meet-ups and social events

**Flexible Arrangement Types:**

- Long-term placements: Individual moves into your home and lives as part of your household

- Respite/short breaks: Short-term overnight stays

- Day support: Providing flexible support during the daytime or evening

## Skills

### Required
- personal care
- support planning
- communication
- emotional support

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