Live-in carer training
Award-winning training and development
At Consultus Care and Nursing, we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional training. Our award-winning Training Centre of Excellence, endorsed by Skills for Care based in Tonbridge, Kent is dedicated to equipping carers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to deliver compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of every client.
Our approach to exceptional training and development has been recognised by us winning with prestigious 'Training and Development' award with high commendation at the 2025 Home Care Awards.
A comprehensive and blended approach to training
We offer a diverse range of training opportunities through a blended approach, including:
In-house training: Interactive, hands-on sessions held at our Training Centre, including our award-winning four-day induction course and our carer update training.
Virtual training: Accessible, virtual training courses run in the care of specialist conditions, including Dementia and Parkinson’s.
Accredited qualifications: Level 2 and 3 Diplomas in Health and Social Care.
Our flexible learning pathways are designed to meet the preferred learning styles and schedules of carers, enabling them to balance professional development with their own personal life and responsibilities.
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Skills for Care Centre of Excellence
As a Skills for Care Centre of Excellence since 2017, we are proud to deliver consistently high-quality training. Our experienced trainers are passionate about best practice, the promotion of dignity in care, and fostering carers’ personal and professional growth. From induction to specialist training, we are committed to exceeding industry standards and enhancing carers’ capabilities.
Highlights of our training programme
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Specialist courses (virtual)
Dementia awareness
This three-hour virtual course provides carers with an understanding of how to care for a person living with dementia. It explains what dementia is, how it presents, how to delivery person-centred care to a person’s unique and specific needs, and how to adopt positive communication strategies.
Parkinson’s explained
Parkinson’s explained is a course provided by the leading support and research charity, Parkinson’s UK. It highlights the key challenges faced by a person living with Parkinson’s disease such as mobility, communication and swallowing. On completion of this three-hour virtual course, carers will have an improved understanding of the disease, its symptoms and how to tailor care so that a person can live well with Parkinson’s.
Stroke awareness
A half-day course designed to increase knowledge and understanding of the causes, diagnosis, treatments and after care of someone who has experienced a stroke. Endorsed by the UK Stroke Forum the course covers the risk factors, signs and symptoms of a stroke, how to act FAST, and how to support a person with the physical and emotional challenges that can present following a stroke.
End-of-life care
Our half day end-of-life care course introduces you to the principles of end-of-life care and the need to meet a client’s physical, emotional and spiritual needs through a holistic approach. It highlights the importance of providing compassionate, highly personalised and sensitive care aligned to a person’s cultural needs and preferences. Key course components are advanced care planning, communication, nutrition and hydration, the last days and hours, bereavement and loss.
Support every step of the way
We are dedicated to creating an environment where carers feel supported and empowered. Our trainers provide:
Peer-to-peer mentoring and continuous professional development.
Accessible resources, including online tools and well-being information.
Post-training materials, including videos and guides, to reinforce learning.
Health and Social Care Diploma
Our Pearson accredited Consultus Care Training Centre is approved by Pearson to train carers for the nationally recognised Level 2 and Leve 3 Health and Social Care Diploma. The costs of our Diploma courses are significantly subsidised, and we offer flexible payment options and for carers working in our managed live-in care service, funding may be available.
We offer a rolling programme which gives you more flexibility with your training. You can start the qualification when you are ready, subject to assessor availability. These qualifications usually take between six to twelve months to complete. You will need to complete nine mandatory units for the Level 2 qualification and 13 mandatory units for the Level 3 qualification plus additional optional units. These units will cover the necessary skills to perform the role of a health and social care worker to a high standard.
Refer a friend and earn £500
Are you based in the UK and know someone who would make a fantastic carer? At Consultus, we’re always looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team – and who better to recommend than someone you know and trust?
By referring a friend or colleague to Consultus, you’ll not only help them embark on a rewarding career, but you’ll also receive a generous reward of £500 as a thank-you from us on their successful completion of training and on-boarding.
Driving innovation in training and development
Our proprietary Connect App is revolutionising the way carers manage their professional development. By 2025, the app will centralise training plans, reminders, certificates, and e-learning access, streamlining the training experience and promoting career progression.
Exceptional training outcomes
Our training programme delivers measurable results:
Induction success: Between January and October 2024, 152 carers completed our induction training, with an 87% pass rate.
Ongoing development: 802 carers completed refresher training in 2024, achieving a 99% success rate.
Empowered learners: Feedback consistently highlights the confidence and competence gained through our programmes.
Our carer recruitment process
Apply online
Complete our straightforward online application form, providing details of your experience, skills, and availability. You will be required on application to submit your Right to Work in the UK.
Screening and interview
If shortlisted, we’ll invite you for a video interview and complete the necessary checks, including references and a UK DBS check or a police clearance if you are applying from overseas.
Training and on-boarding
If you are offered a live in care role you will attend our award-winning induction training in Kent and on successful completion you will begin your 12-week on-boarding to finish the Care Certificate.
Become a carer with us
Ready to make a difference in someone's life? Become a carer today and provide the support and companionship that truly matters. Apply today to start a rewarding career in care with us!