Visiting carer for private family

Job Overview

This is a permanent part-time position offering 8-16 hours per week as a visiting carer. The role involves providing personal care, practical household support, and companionship to a 39-year-old client with cerebral palsy and a mental health condition. The client is looking for a steady, practical, and emotionally strong carer who can remain calm under pressure and provide reliable, compassionate support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support with personal care including hygiene, toileting, dressing, feeding and washing
• Household tasks such as cleaning and laundry
• Provide friendly companionship and emotional support

About the client

AGE: 39

MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Cerebral palsy and mental health condition

CARE NEEDS: Dressing, feeding, washing, toileting and personal hygiene support

Work environment

The client lives in an adapted home that is smoke-free and pet-free.

Working pattern

2 days per week for 4 hours initially, with the potential to increase hours as the carer becomes fully conversant with the client's needs. Total hours: 8-16 hours per week.

Requirements

• Fluent English (spoken)
• Care Certificate or equivalent qualification
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions

Who this role would suit

A steady, practical, and emotionally resilient carer who is skilled at managing challenging situations and remaining calm under pressure.

Screening questions

• Do you have the right to work in the UK?
• Can you speak fluent English?
• Do you have experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions?
• Are you able to provide physical support to a client with cerebral palsy, including assistance with mobility, dressing, feeding, and toileting?

What the client has said

Requires experience with mental health conditions