Patient Attendant jobs in London typically pay £13–£20 an hour (about £2,250–£3,450 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of 12-hour shifts or live-in. Employers ask for patient care experience and right-to-work checks. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in London.
- Typical pay
- £13–£20
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- £2,250–£3,450
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- 12-hour shifts or live-in
- Open now
- 0
- register to be matched
Open patient attendant positions in London
No open position is listed for London today. New patient attendant jobs are added as families hire. Register once and we will match you to the next opening near you.
Register as a Patient AttendantAbout patient attendant jobs in London
Patient Attendant jobs in London are household positions: a patient attendant assists a patient recovering at home with personal care, mobility and monitoring under the family’s or nurse’s guidance. Families hiring in London range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Greater London.
London is known for banking, fintech, law, media, and life sciences, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as HSBC, Barclays, Deloitte, Google UK, the NHS, and Revolut. London handles more foreign exchange trading than any other city on Earth and hosts Europe's largest fintech cluster.
Main duties
- Help with personal hygiene and toileting
- Support mobility and position changes
- Monitor and record basic observations
- Give meals and prompt medication
- Report changes to the nurse or family
Patient Attendant pay in London
Household incomes in London are shaped by an average local salary of around £47,000, which is why patient attendant pay here sits above the UK average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a patient attendant
- 8:00Morning routine & medication
- 10:00Mobility & exercise
- 12:30Lunch & hydration
- 14:30Appointments or outing
- 18:00Evening routine & notes
Why work in London?
The local job market is growing at 3.2% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to London.
London is often described as “Europe's Financial and Fintech Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Patient care experience
- First aid and basic life support
- Background check
- Calm and patient manner
Working in United Kingdom
- Right to work in United Kingdom: Workers need the right to work in the UK; employers must check documents before employment starts.
- Checks: employers usually ask for right-to-work checks, references and a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check — an enhanced DBS check for roles with children or vulnerable adults.
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the National Living Wage or National Minimum Wage.
- Contract: Employees must receive a written statement of employment particulars from their first day of work.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in patient attendant roles in London normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your patient attendant experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete UK right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a patient attendant earn in London?
Patient Attendant jobs in London typically pay £13–£20 an hour (about £2,250–£3,450 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in patient attendant jobs in London?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in patient attendant roles in London normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.
What do I need to work as a patient attendant in UK?
Employers ask for patient care experience, first aid and basic life support and right-to-work checks. You must also have the right to work in United Kingdom.
What does a patient attendant do day to day?
A patient attendant assists a patient recovering at home with personal care, mobility and monitoring under the family’s or nurse’s guidance. Typical duties include help with personal hygiene and toileting, support mobility and position changes, monitor and record basic observations.
How do I apply for patient attendant jobs in London on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in London hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a patient attendant work?
A typical schedule is 12-hour shifts or live-in. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.