Become a
Lifted Carer

By working closely with the families we support, Lifted has developed a set of values that we look for in a great carer. These values are: reliability, passion, competence, proactivity, and kindness.

If you decide you want to become a carer with Lifted, during the interview process, we will look to see examples of when you have demonstrated these in your personal life or previous work experience. 

Here are some examples of our values in action:

Reliability: It is important to always be on time for client visits. Routine and time management are incredibly important when delivering care. It is important to let us know in advance if you are unwell and are unable to attend a care appointment. Reliability helps to build up a relationship of trust – both with the client and with the Lifted family.

Passion: When you become a full-time carer, you may be required to think of new and innovative ways of supporting your client. Having passion for the job is important as it will help you to spot new ways to improve the caring experience.

Competence: Being able to manage your workload and to take on responsibility is an essential part of being a carer. You need to feel confident and well equipped to provide medication support and other forms of care for your client.

Proactivity: Sometimes, providing care requires you to think outside the box and recognise when a client needs more support. Proactivity means taking the initiative and suggesting new ways you can help or to improve the care experience.

Kindness: Working with a sense of kindness and empathy towards your client is an essential part of the caring experience. This might mean sitting down with a client who is having a bad day and listening to their challenges while also providing calm reassurance.

All Lifted staff will undergo a rigorous and comprehensive training course that will set you up for success as a carer. This week-long training course is run by a dedicated trainer who is a qualified neuroscientist.

The curriculum covers a wide range of topics. It includes everything from the Lifted mission and values statement to the unique approach Lifted takes to care. It also includes in-depth classes on adult safeguarding, infection control, first aid, and medication support. Training is assessed and we will work closely with you to ensure you feel fully comfortable and confident before assigning you to a client.

When you become a registered carer after completion of this programme, Lifted will follow this up with regular supervisions, spot checks, refresher courses, specialist training, and one-on-one support clinics. This will help you to consolidate your knowledge and to work towards new care qualifications. When you become a carer with Lifted, we commit to supporting you throughout your career.

Lifted tries to recruit carers with a range of experiences and backgrounds. For our experienced private home carer programme, we ideally look for individuals with at least six months of professional care experience. We also look out for individuals with professional experience in other health and social care fields such as medicine or nursing.

If you want to know how to become a carer in a care home but are new to professional care, we have a dedicated programme for you. For this programme, we look for individuals with a passion for caring who might have previous experience caring for a loved one.

At Lifted we provide you with a wide range of supports to become a registered carer.

We also provide access to caring support through our Care Champion and Care Managers, who will help you resolve any issues you might encounter. You can contact them via phone, seven days a week.

Lifted provides a fair and transparent pay structure, with the possibility of increases for more complex tasks. We also support career advancement by promoting our care staff into supervisory positions. Lifted is dedicated to caring for the families we support and all of our employees in the Lifted family.