Job overview
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A private family is seeking a warm, kind and emotionally supportive visiting carer for their 83-year-old father who has dementia. The successful candidate will provide personal care, practical support and companionship during 2-3 visits per day, working around mealtimes. This is a permanent part-time role, working 10-14 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
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The carer will visit the client's home and undertake the following responsibilities:
• Manage and administer medicines
• Help the client with getting around the home
• Support the client with getting dressed
• Buy groceries and prepare meals
• Help the client prepare meals
• Undertake household tasks such as cleaning and laundry
• Drive the client to appointments
• Provide friendly companionship and emotional support
• Help the client look after their pet cat, including daily feeding
• Support the client with their love of gardening where appropriate
About the client
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AGE: 83
MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Dementia
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The client needs support preparing meals and getting dressed. He loves his garden and is a pet owner.
Work environment
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The client's home is smoke-free. The client is a pet owner.
Working pattern
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10-14 hours per week, comprising 2-3 visits per day around mealtimes.
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. Fluent English language skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be patient, compassionate and genuinely interested in supporting the client's wellbeing and independence.
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