My Lighthouse Care Ltd • Banstead, Surrey

Visiting carer for private family

About this role

Job overview

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This is a permanent visiting care position for an 82-year-old client with dementia. The role offers flexible hours (20-56 hours per week) and involves providing personal care, household support, meal preparation, and companionship. The successful candidate will be a warm, friendly and positive individual who enjoys listening and providing emotional support, alongside practical care tasks.

Key responsibilities

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The carer will visit the client's home and provide support with

  • Personal hygiene and toileting needs
  • Grocery shopping and meal preparation
  • Household tasks including cleaning and laundry
  • Driving to appointments
  • Providing companionship and emotional support
  • Assisting with pet care, including changing the litter tray for an elderly cat and reminding the client to feed the pet

About the client

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AGE

82

MEDICAL CONDITIONS

Dementia

Work environment

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Smoke-free home. The client is a pet owner.

Requirements

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ESSENTIAL

  • Fluent English language skills
  • Valid driving licence and access to own vehicle
  • Care Quality Commission (CQC) mandatory training
  • Care Certificate

Working pattern

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20-56 hours per week. One visit per day for 3-4 hours, Monday-Friday (excluding Tuesdays). Hours are expected to increase as the client's needs develop.

Who this role would suit

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A friendly, chatty and positive carer with strong listening skills. Someone who can lighten the mood, provide genuine companionship, and approach the role with patience and compassion.