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Visiting carer for private individual
| Posting date: | 04 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13 to £20 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 03 June 2026 |
| Location: | Norwich, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | My Lighthouse Care Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Job overview
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A caring individual is sought to provide companionship and support to a 91-year-old client with dementia. This is a part-time visiting care role based in a private home, working one day per week (Thursday or Friday) for 5-7 hours. The ideal candidate will be friendly, chatty, and positive, with strong listening skills and the ability to provide meaningful companionship and emotional support.
Key responsibilities
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The carer will visit the client's home and have the following responsibilities:
• Provide friendly companionship and emotional support
• Engage in meaningful conversation and activities
• Offer a positive presence and help to lighten the mood
About the client
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AGE: 91
MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Dementia
LIVING SITUATION: Lives with family members
Work environment
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The role is based in a smoke-free home. The client is a pet owner, though pet care is not included in this role.
Requirements
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ESSENTIAL:
• Fluent English speaker
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and provide own transport
• Care Certificate qualification
• Friendly, chatty, and positive demeanour
• Excellent listening skills and ability to engage with clients with dementia
Working pattern
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5-7 hours per week on Thursday or Friday
Who this role would suit
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A compassionate and friendly carer who enjoys providing companionship. The ideal candidate will be good at listening, creating a positive atmosphere, and building rapport with clients. Experience or understanding of dementia care is desirable.
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A caring individual is sought to provide companionship and support to a 91-year-old client with dementia. This is a part-time visiting care role based in a private home, working one day per week (Thursday or Friday) for 5-7 hours. The ideal candidate will be friendly, chatty, and positive, with strong listening skills and the ability to provide meaningful companionship and emotional support.
Key responsibilities
==========================
The carer will visit the client's home and have the following responsibilities:
• Provide friendly companionship and emotional support
• Engage in meaningful conversation and activities
• Offer a positive presence and help to lighten the mood
About the client
==========================
AGE: 91
MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Dementia
LIVING SITUATION: Lives with family members
Work environment
==========================
The role is based in a smoke-free home. The client is a pet owner, though pet care is not included in this role.
Requirements
==========================
ESSENTIAL:
• Fluent English speaker
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and provide own transport
• Care Certificate qualification
• Friendly, chatty, and positive demeanour
• Excellent listening skills and ability to engage with clients with dementia
Working pattern
==========================
5-7 hours per week on Thursday or Friday
Who this role would suit
==========================
A compassionate and friendly carer who enjoys providing companionship. The ideal candidate will be good at listening, creating a positive atmosphere, and building rapport with clients. Experience or understanding of dementia care is desirable.