My Lighthouse Care Ltd • Brighton, East Sussex

Visiting carer for private individual

About this role

Job overview

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This is a permanent visiting care position for a 71-year-old client who has experienced a stroke. The client requires support with household tasks, meal preparation, and outdoor activities. This role would suit an adaptable carer who is keen to learn and comfortable working flexibly with a client and their family.

Key responsibilities

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The carer will visit the client's home and undertake the following responsibilities

  • Buy groceries and prepare vegetarian meals
  • Household tasks including cleaning and laundry
  • Support the client with walking outside
  • General help around the home

About the client

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AGE

71

MEDICAL CONDITIONS

Stroke

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT NEEDS

Help around the house, cooking, and walking outside

HOUSEHOLD

The client has support from their husband. The home is smoke-free and pet-free.

Working pattern

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2 - 4 hours per week

Tuesday or Thursday afternoons

Requirements

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ESSENTIAL

  • Care Certificate qualification
  • Fluent English speaker
  • Full UK driving licence with access to own car
  • Experience preparing vegetarian meals

Who this role would suit

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An adaptable and flexible carer who is keen to learn and open to training. Ideally someone who enjoys working closely with clients and their families in a home environment.