My Lighthouse Care Ltd • Lewes, East Sussex
About this role
Job overview
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A private family is seeking an experienced and compassionate live-in carer for their 86-year-old mother. The successful candidate will provide personal care support, including medicine administration, hygiene and toileting assistance, and overnight reassurance. This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week, with night shifts during the week and some daytime hours.
Key responsibilities
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The carer will live in the client's home and will be responsible for
- Managing and administering medicines
- Supporting hygiene and toileting needs
- Providing overnight reassurance
About the client
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AGE
86
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
Osteoporosis
ADDITIONAL HEALTH NEEDS INFORMATION
The client has experienced several falls and has fractures in her back. She requires regular medication and assistance with toileting and washing.
Work environment
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The client's home is smoke-free and pet-free.
Requirements
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SPOKEN LANGUAGE
English (required)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Care Quality Commission (CQC) mandatory training
- Care Certificate
Working pattern
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40 hours per week, comprising night shifts during the week and approximately three daytime shifts per week.
Who this role would suit
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A warm, kind, and emotionally supportive carer who is skilled at reassuring people and helping them feel safe and understood.