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David brings a combination of compassionate care spanning dementia, diabetes, palliative care, and stroke recovery with exceptional household management, culinary skills, and a confident, trustworthy presence in every home. David's extensive background in business ownership and senior administration further equips him with outstanding organisational and logistical capabilities, making him a uniquely well-rounded and reliable care professional.
Home Instead
Live-In Carer·May 2026 – Jun 2026
Provided a full live-in care package for a new client, managing all aspects of daily care and support. Oversaw care transitions during a one-week hospital stay, liaising with relevant parties throughout. The placement concluded when the client subsequently transitioned to 24-hour nursing home care and the family terminated the home care agreement.
ConsultUs Care
Live-In Carer·Dec 2025 – Apr 2026
Delivered a comprehensive live-in care package on a self-employed basis in Holt, Norfolk. The role involved providing high-quality, person-centred care to the client across the duration of a short-term contract, which was successfully completed.
Home Instead
Live-In Carer·Dec 2021 – Dec 2025
Provided high-level, dedicated live-in support to a variety of male and female clients with diverse physical and mental health requirements, including managing medication administration, personal care, and repeat prescriptions. Prepared fresh, nutritionally balanced meals tailored to client preferences, managed all grocery shopping, and oversaw total household operations including deep cleaning, laundry, security, and coordination with external contractors and medical professionals. Also provided companionship, transport for outings and appointments, and performed essential household repairs and garden maintenance.
Health Care Support Links
Health Care Assistant·May 2021 – Dec 2021
Provided agency-based staffing support to various home care organisations, adapting swiftly to irregular schedules and extensive travel demands. Delivered comprehensive personal care and medication support for both male and female clients, and assisted with domestic tasks including shopping, cleaning, and meal preparation.
Manchester University
Bachelor's Degree
Technical College
A-Levels
Enhanced DBS Certificate
City & Guilds Dementia Care
Home Instead Care Certificate
ConsultUsCare Care Certificate
GDPR & Data Protection
Safe Moving & Handling
Medication Administration Parts 1 & 2
Mental Capacity Act
Infectious Disease Control
Safeguarding Adults
Oliver McGowan Training
Full UK Driving Licence (Cars) with Business Class Insurance Cover
Driver
Private client
Property Maintenance (Self-Employed)·Nov 2008 – Dec 2020
Managed a portfolio of regular high-net-worth clients, providing specialised care for antique furniture and luxury fabrics. Contracted by estate agencies to manage property turnovers, deep cleaning, and maintenance repairs, executing technical trades including bathroom refits, tiling, painting and decorating, and minor electrical work.
Perfect Shape
Owner-Manager·Jul 1996 – Nov 2008
Founded and directed an international e-commerce business specialising in nutritional supplements, negotiating supply agreements with overseas manufacturers and managing all importing, logistics, and legal compliance. Oversaw all financial management, accounting, and database administration until the business was successfully sold.
Thompson Wholesale Foods
Administration & Computer Services Director·Sep 1976 – Jun 1996
Rose through the company to the Board of Directors, overseeing all office functions and payroll for 200 employees. Managed the Purchase Ledger (processing £750k weekly) and Sales Ledger (managing 1,800 accounts), and collaborated with software developers to implement industry-leading digital solutions for complex business workflows.