Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Gemma is a highly experienced carer with over 17 years of hands-on experience spanning live-in care, domiciliary care, and residential care settings. She has worked with clients with a wide range of complex needs, including dementia, MS, restricted mobility, and end-of-life care, demonstrating a compassionate and dedicated approach throughout her career. Gemma's warm personality, strong practical skills, and commitment to maintaining her clients' dignity and independence make her an exceptional choice for individuals requiring high-quality, person-centred care.
Private client
Private Live-in Carer·Aug 2024 – Present
Providing all aspects of live-in care to the client, including personal care, dress management, food management, housework, shopping, and medication administration. Gemma accompanies the client to hospital appointments and liaises with multidisciplinary teams including doctors, district nurses, and physiotherapists. She also assists with insulin monitoring using a Libre device, housework, gardening, and supporting the client during hospital stays.
Vestra
Domiciliary Care Assistant·Jul 2023 – Dec 2024
Delivered community-based domiciliary care to clients in their own homes, providing personal care, companionship, medication administration, meal preparation, and dress management. Gemma worked across the Hartlepool area, supporting clients to maintain their independence and quality of life within the community.
Higher Healthcare
Carer·Mar 2024 – Jul 2024
Provided live-in care for a client with MS who had restricted movement, including hoisting, personal care, food management, and medication assistance. Gemma also assisted with looking after the client's animals, ensuring a comfortable and supportive home environment.
Bluebird Care
Live-in Carer·Jan 2024 – Mar 2024
Delivered comprehensive live-in care covering all aspects of personal care, companionship, medication administration, meal preparation, gardening, housework, and support during hospital stays. Gemma provided holistic support to ensure the client's overall wellbeing and comfort in their own home.
TMD Friction
Grind Operative and Trainer·
English Martyrs
GCSEs·1996 – 2000
First Aid Certification
Moving and handling training
Dementia awareness training
Health and safety training
COSHH training
Infection control training
Yes — once you've spoken with our team, we'll arrange an introduction with carers who are a good fit. This gives you the chance to ask questions and make sure it feels right before moving forward.
Simply give us a call and tell us a bit about your needs. We'll confirm availability, suggest the best carers (including Gemma if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Gemma's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.
Worked as a grind operative and trainer at TMD Friction in Hartlepool, Durham. This role involved operational duties and training responsibilities within a manufacturing environment.
Private client
Live-in Carer·Jun 2020 – Jan 2021
Provided all aspects of live-in care for a private client, including personal care, medication management, meal preparation, companionship, and accompanying the client to GP appointments. Gemma ensured the client's daily needs were met with compassion and professionalism throughout the placement.
Partners 4 Care Limited
Domiciliary Care Worker·Jan 2020 – Mar 2020
Delivered community-based domiciliary care in the Billingham-on-Tees area, providing personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration to clients in their own homes. Gemma worked to support clients' independence and wellbeing as part of a community care team.
Bluebird Care
Live-in Carer·Feb 2019 – Aug 2019
Provided live-in care services to clients in the Dudley, West Midlands area, supporting their daily needs and overall wellbeing in a residential setting.
Genuine Care
Live-in Carer·Aug 2017 – Sep 2018
Worked on a rotational two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off basis providing live-in care to a variety of clients. Responsibilities included personal care, companionship, medication management, cooking, and liaising with medical professionals to ensure the wellbeing of service users.
Private client
Private Live-in Carer·Mar 2017 – May 2017
Provided dedicated live-in care for a client with Lewy body dementia, offering companionship, personal care, and medication management. Gemma accompanied the client to doctors and other appointments, ensuring their general wellbeing and quality of life were maintained throughout the placement.
Private client
Live-in Carer·Sep 2016 – Dec 2016
Provided live-in care Monday to Friday for a client with a brain tumour, delivering personal care and liaising with district nurses and hospitals to coordinate appropriate support. Gemma supported the client through end-of-life care, demonstrating compassion and dedication during a very difficult period.
Tad Catering
Catering Assistant·Feb 2012 – Aug 2014
Provided excellent customer service, handled cash transactions, and prepared food to high standards while maintaining general cleanliness. Gemma demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and a friendly, outgoing approach in a fast-paced catering environment.
Sheraton Court
Care Support Worker·Jul 2010 – Jun 2012
Delivered comprehensive personal care including bathing, feeding assistance, clothing, mouth care, nail care, catheter bag emptying, and continence care on both day and night shifts. Gemma was responsible for completing relevant documentation, including care plans, and recording falls, accidents, and changes in service users' conditions, always prioritising dignity and independence.
Yoden Dene Care Home
Care Assistant·Aug 2007 – Jul 2009
Provided day-to-day personal care for elderly residents, including washing, bathing, toileting, continence care, dressing, shaving, and oral care, across both day and night shifts. Gemma engaged warmly with service users and maintained a clean and tidy environment, gaining several certificates through training provided during her time in the role.
Wilf Ward
Support Worker·Apr 2008 – Sep 2008
Provided community-based support to clients, assisting with light housework, collecting pensions, shopping, and arranging appointments at doctors and dentists. Gemma offered one-to-one companionship and engagement, encouraging clients to interact socially and remain active within their community.