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Ian is a highly experienced live-in carer with over a decade of hands-on experience supporting clients with a wide range of complex needs, including dementia, end-of-life care, acquired brain injury, and mental health conditions. Having worked across multiple reputable care agencies as well as in self-employed private positions, he brings a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything he does. Ian's diverse background, strong commitment to client wellbeing, and depth of specialist care experience make him a reliable and dedicated professional carer.
Private client
Live-in Caregiver·Mar 2016 – Present
Ian has worked as a self-employed live-in caregiver in Hampshire, providing dedicated live-in care across a range of positions. This ongoing role has involved supporting clients in their own homes with personal care, companionship, and general wellbeing.
Novus Care Limited
Live-in Carer·Nov 2015 – Present
Ian worked as a live-in carer for Novus Care Limited, undertaking various placements with a primary focus on end-of-life care. This role required compassion, sensitivity, and a high standard of personalised support for clients in their final stages of life.
Domus live in care
Live-in Carer·Jan 2015 – Present
Ian worked across various placements for Domus Live-in Care, providing support to elderly clients with conditions including dementia and those requiring palliative care. He remains registered with this agency and takes on placements when work is available.
Private client
Live-in Carer·Nov 2014 – Jul 2016
Ian provided live-in care for an elderly couple in their mid-nineties who both suffered from severe dementia, supporting them on a part-time basis until July 2016. His responsibilities included assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and promoting general wellbeing.
European Nursing Agency
Live-in Carer·Sep 2012 – Nov 2014
Ian provided live-in care for a client in their own home who had suffered an acquired brain injury, focusing on ensuring safety, wellbeing, and an improved quality of life. This role required a tailored and attentive approach to meet the client's complex needs on a daily basis.
York Technical College
GCSE or equivalent·1986 – 1987
No additional qualifications provided
Alpha Hospitals
Health Care Assistant / Security·Oct 2010 – Sep 2012
Ian worked in a 23-bed male medium secure psychiatric unit, where he was responsible for the wellbeing of clients within a secure setting. He also served as on-call security for a neighbouring juvenile ward, demonstrating adaptability and a calm approach in high-pressure environments.
Alexanders Mental health ltd
HCA Healthcare Assistant·Sep 2008 – Oct 2010
Ian was responsible for the care and wellbeing of residents in a psychiatric rehabilitation home, including the administration of medications and the delivery of occupational therapy. He played a key role in supporting residents to reintegrate into the community and regain independence.
Shuttle services
Removals Firm Owner/Worker·May 1994 – Sep 2008
Ian founded and operated his own removals company based in the Dordogne, France, offering removal services between France, England, and Spain, along with a storage facility. This role required strong organisational, logistical, and customer service skills over a 14-year period.
Self employed
Kitchen Fitter·Sep 1987 – May 1994
Ian ran his own kitchen fitting business, working with various builders' merchants and private customers across the Yorkshire region. This self-employed role developed his practical skills and ability to manage client relationships independently.