Salary: £140–£145 per day
Food Allowance: £40 per week
Rotation: 1 week on / 3 weeks off
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Self‑employed
Location: Meriden, Solihull
About the Role
We are seeking a kind, reliable, and experienced female live‑in carer to support a lady living with dementia in her own home in Meriden
This is a long‑term position for someone who is compassionate, patient, and confident in providing high‑quality, person‑centred care while promoting independence and dignity.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing daily personal care in a respectful and supportive manner
* Assisting with mobility and transfers
* Supporting daily living activities while encouraging independence
* Monitoring wellbeing and responding calmly and confidently to needs
* Companionship
* Maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable home environment
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience supporting clients with Dementia and challenging behaviour
* Care certificates and relevant training
* Dementia certificate
* Manual handling with Up‑to‑date Moving & Handling certificate
* Excellent understanding of person‑centred care
* Ability to work independently and responsibly
Personal Qualities
* Kind, patient, and empathetic
* Friendly, confident, and reliable
* Respectful of dignity, privacy, and independence
* Strong communication skills
Requirements
* Female carer (genuine occupational requirement)
* Enhanced DBS and registered on the Update Service
* Right to work in the UK
* Up‑to‑date training certificates
* Self‑employed status, including:
* Your own liability insurance
What We Offer
* Competitive daily rate (£140–£145 per day)
* £40 weekly food allowance
* Clear rotation: 1 week on / 3 weeks off
* Supportive and respectful working arrangement
* A rewarding role making a genuine difference
Salary description
£140.00 - £145.00 per day