My Lighthouse Care Ltd • SW London, London
About this role
Job overview
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A private family is seeking a reliable and organised visiting carer to support a 91-year-old client with cancer, dementia, and heart failure. The ideal candidate will be calm, methodical, and experienced in medication management and daily care routines. This is a permanent role working ~10 hours per week on a flexible afternoon schedule. If this works well, it could increase.
Key responsibilities
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The carer will visit the client's home and undertake the following responsibilities
- Manage and administer medicines
- Buy groceries and prepare meals
- Undertake household tasks including cleaning and laundry
- Provide friendly companionship and emotional support
About the client
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AGE
91
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
Cancer, dementia, and heart failure
Work environment
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The client's home is smoke-free and the client is a pet owner.
Note
This role does not include pet care.
Working pattern
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~10 hours per week, afternoons Monday to Sunday, 5.30pm–7pm but flexible
Requirements
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LANGUAGE
English (required)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Care Quality Commission (CQC) mandatory training
- Care Certificate
Who this role would suit
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An organised, reliable, and calm carer who is methodical with routines and medication management, and who takes pride in completing tasks properly.