Visiting carer for private family
| Posting date: | 06 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £15 to £20 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 05 June 2026 |
| Location: | Stockport, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | My Lighthouse Care Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Job overview
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The client is seeking a friendly, experienced and mature visiting carer to provide support and companionship to an 85-year-old woman (Diana) who has arthritis and short-term memory loss. Diana is the primary carer for her husband Tony, who has vascular dementia, poor mobility and incontinence. The role involves visiting the home 2-3 times per week to help with household tasks, provide emotional support and companionship, and assist with transport to appointments. This is an ideal opportunity for a positive, chatty carer who enjoys building relationships and providing genuine companionship.
Key responsibilities
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• Visit the client's home to provide support and assistance
• Help with household tasks including cleaning and laundry
• Provide transport to appointments and social activities
• Offer friendly companionship and emotional support
• Assist with light gardening activities where appropriate
• Support the client in maintaining confidence and wellbeing
About the client
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AGE: 85
MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Arthritis and short-term memory loss
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Diana is the primary carer for her husband Tony, who has vascular dementia, poor mobility and incontinence. Diana writes everything down to manage her short-term memory loss. She enjoys gardening and short walks, and has regular visits from her daughter and social outings with friends. Diana's main need is for a friendly, experienced and mature carer who can provide companionship, practical help with housework and laundry, and emotional support as she manages her caring responsibilities.
Work environment
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A large family home that is smoke-free and pet-free.
Requirements
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• English language (fluent, spoken and written)
• Full UK driving licence
• Care Certificate or equivalent care qualification
• Understanding of dementia and its impact on individuals and family carers
• Ability to work sensitively with Tony, who may not recognise his own care needs
Who this role would suit
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A friendly, chatty and positive carer with strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be a good listener, able to lighten the mood, build genuine relationships, and provide meaningful companionship. Maturity and life experience are valued, as is flexibility and reliability.
Working pattern
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3-6 hours per week across 2-3 visits. The standard schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00, though this is flexible and can be adjusted to suit both parties.
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The client is seeking a friendly, experienced and mature visiting carer to provide support and companionship to an 85-year-old woman (Diana) who has arthritis and short-term memory loss. Diana is the primary carer for her husband Tony, who has vascular dementia, poor mobility and incontinence. The role involves visiting the home 2-3 times per week to help with household tasks, provide emotional support and companionship, and assist with transport to appointments. This is an ideal opportunity for a positive, chatty carer who enjoys building relationships and providing genuine companionship.
Key responsibilities
==========================
• Visit the client's home to provide support and assistance
• Help with household tasks including cleaning and laundry
• Provide transport to appointments and social activities
• Offer friendly companionship and emotional support
• Assist with light gardening activities where appropriate
• Support the client in maintaining confidence and wellbeing
About the client
==========================
AGE: 85
MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Arthritis and short-term memory loss
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Diana is the primary carer for her husband Tony, who has vascular dementia, poor mobility and incontinence. Diana writes everything down to manage her short-term memory loss. She enjoys gardening and short walks, and has regular visits from her daughter and social outings with friends. Diana's main need is for a friendly, experienced and mature carer who can provide companionship, practical help with housework and laundry, and emotional support as she manages her caring responsibilities.
Work environment
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A large family home that is smoke-free and pet-free.
Requirements
==========================
• English language (fluent, spoken and written)
• Full UK driving licence
• Care Certificate or equivalent care qualification
• Understanding of dementia and its impact on individuals and family carers
• Ability to work sensitively with Tony, who may not recognise his own care needs
Who this role would suit
==========================
A friendly, chatty and positive carer with strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be a good listener, able to lighten the mood, build genuine relationships, and provide meaningful companionship. Maturity and life experience are valued, as is flexibility and reliability.
Working pattern
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3-6 hours per week across 2-3 visits. The standard schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00, though this is flexible and can be adjusted to suit both parties.