Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Mihiri is a highly experienced and dedicated care professional with over a decade of hands-on care work spanning live-in care, mental health support, and visiting care, complemented by an impressive academic background including an OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management. She brings a compassionate, person-centred approach to her work, with extensive skills in medication management, mobility support, hoisting, and specialist care for clients with complex needs. With additional expertise in education and a wealth of professional training certifications, Mihiri is a well-rounded, reliable, and deeply empathetic carer who is committed to delivering the highest standard of support to those in her care.
Caremark Hillingdon
Live-in Care Assistant·Sep 2025 – Present
Working as a Live-in Care Assistant, Mihiri is responsible for monitoring and overseeing medication, using hoists, and providing personal care to clients in their own homes. She also provides domestic support, companionship, meal preparation, and assistance with household chores to ensure a safe and comfortable living environment.
Home Instead Wembley
Care Professional·Mar 2020 – Nov 2023
As a Care Professional, Mihiri liaised with health authorities including GPs, district nurses, rapid response teams, opticians, and audiologists to coordinate comprehensive client care. Her responsibilities included checking vitals, monitoring and overseeing medication, catheter checks, hoisting, mobility assistance, personal care, and supporting clients with public outings, cooking, and household chores.
PWC, Harrow
Support Staff for Mental Health·Dec 2018 – Feb 2020
In this role, Mihiri provided personal care and medication administration to clients with mental health needs, while also conducting medication, checklist, and finances auditing. She was responsible for writing and reviewing care plans and risk assessments to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all service users.
Reliant Care, South Harrow
Volunteer Support Staff for Mental Health·Sep 2018 – Nov 2018
As a volunteer, Mihiri supported clients with mental health needs through medication administration, activities, and medication auditing. She also assisted homeless service users in contacting relevant authorities to access benefits and support services.
New Beginnings Residential Care Company, Harrow
Senior Support Staff for Mental Health
OTHM (UK)
Level 7 Diploma·Completed 2020
OTHM (UK)
Level 7 Diploma·Completed 2018
Ministry of Education, Sri Lanka
Professional Training·Completed 2006
University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Diploma·Completed 2005
Ministry of Education, Sri Lanka
Professional Training·Completed 2001
National Institute of Education, Sri Lanka
Professional Trained Teacher·Completed 1992
DBS Child workforce update service ID C7753587335
DBS Adult workforce update service ID C2090736732
Care Certificate Standards 01–15
Basic Life Support / Basic Life Support eLearning
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 Mihiri if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Mihiri's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.
In this senior role, Mihiri delivered personal care and medication administration to residents with mental health needs, whilst overseeing medication auditing and checklist and finances auditing. She also took responsibility for writing care plans and risk assessments to maintain high standards of care and compliance.
Parnam Care Residential Home, Southall
Team Leader·Apr 2017 – Apr 2018
As Team Leader, Mihiri managed medication administration, stoma bag changes, insulin injections, and blood glucose testing for residents with diabetes. She also provided personal care and moving and handling support, ensuring the safety and dignity of all residents in her care.
Reed Education, Broadway Studios, Hammersmith
Preschool Teacher·May 2017 – Oct 2017
Mihiri worked as a Preschool Teacher delivering early years education in line with EYFS guidelines. She planned and delivered engaging indoor and outdoor activities for young children, fostering their development and wellbeing.
Multi Cultural Nursery, Pinner
Pre School Teacher·Jan 2017 – Apr 2017
Mihiri taught at a multicultural nursery, delivering activities and supporting the early development of preschool-aged children in accordance with the EYFS framework. She created a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for children in her care.
Snowflakes Day Nursery and Montessori, Northolt
Pre School Teacher·Apr 2016 – Dec 2016
Mihiri delivered indoor and outdoor activities in line with the EYFS syllabus, undertaking activity planning, writing progress reports, and carrying out observations for children aged 2.5 to 5 years. She also supported the development of good health habits and contributed to the overall wellbeing of children in her care.
Chiltern Support and Housing Ltd, High Wycombe
Support Worker·Jan 2014 – Apr 2016
Mihiri provided personal care, medicine administration, insulin injections, and health monitoring including blood pressure and sugar level checks for clients with complex needs. She also undertook activity and menu planning, food preparation, and maintained daily and weekly records and all relevant documentation.
Scallywag Nursery
Pre School Teacher·Jul 2013 – Sep 2014
Mihiri demonstrated strong administrative and managerial skills while working with children aged 6 months to 5 years, applying thorough knowledge of the EYFS seven areas and criteria. Her responsibilities included writing two-year progress reports, observations, daily reports, and learning development plans for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Private client
Visiting Carer·Nov 2012 – Jul 2013
Mihiri provided visiting care services including personal care, administration of medicine, and food preparation for clients in their own homes. This role involved delivering compassionate, practical support to clients requiring assistance with daily living.
Headline Teachers, Reading
Nursery Teacher·Jan 2013 – Jun 2013
Mihiri worked as a Nursery Teacher delivering activities and conducting spontaneous observations for children aged 6 months to 2.5 years. She supported early childhood development in a structured and caring environment.
Ashwood Care Centre, Hayes
Care Assistant·Oct 2011 – Oct 2012
Mihiri worked as a Care Assistant providing personal care, maintaining daily records, completing all required documentation, and supporting clients with mealtimes. She demonstrated attention to detail and a commitment to person-centred care throughout her time in this role.
Multi Cultural Nursery, Pinner
Pre School Teacher·Apr 2011 – Aug 2012
Mihiri delivered planned activities and conducted observations and spontaneous observations for children aged 6 months to 5 years, promoting healthy habits and early development. She worked in an inclusive multicultural setting, supporting children from diverse backgrounds.
Mary Immaculate Convent, Sri Lanka
ESOL Teacher·Apr 2000 – Oct 2010
Mihiri taught ESOL to students aged 12 to 21 and held additional responsibilities as Subject and Sports Coordinator, overseeing prefects, discipline, school examination committees, and various clubs and activities. She also served as a school counsellor and was a member of the Regional English Language Testing Unit.
Department of Examinations, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Examiner and Examination Coordinator & Invigilator (ESOL GCE O/L & A/L)·Dec 1997 – Aug 2010
Mihiri served as both an Examiner and Examination Coordinator and Invigilator for GCE O/L and A/L ESOL examinations with the Sri Lankan Department of Examinations. She was responsible for coordinating examination processes and ensuring standards were upheld across assessments.
Alawathupitiya J.S. School, Sri Lanka
ESOL Teacher·Jan 1992 – Apr 2000
Mihiri taught ESOL to students aged 5 to 16, taking on the role of Subject and Sports Coordinator alongside her teaching duties. She was responsible for a wide range of extracurricular activities and student welfare responsibilities, including serving as a counsellor and member of the Regional English Language Testing Unit.
Kandakuliya Gov. Sin. School, Sri Lanka
ESOL Teacher·Apr 1988 – Dec 1991
Mihiri worked as an ESOL Teacher for students aged 5 to 16, acting as Subject Coordinator and leading the English Literary Association and First Aid Unit. She contributed to the academic and extracurricular development of students in a government school setting.
Basic Life Support First Aid
Emergency First Aid at Work
Basic First Aid
Medication Competency
Infection Control
Parkinson's Awareness
Manual Handling
RAPID RAP - Personal Care
RAPID RAP - Companionship
PPE Public Health England
Medication Administration / Safe Administration of Medicine training course
Train Trainer Training Course: Health and Safety Awareness
Train Trainer Training Course: Infection Control
Train Trainer Training Course: Food Safety Awareness
Train Trainer Training Course: Fire Marshall
Lifesaver Oxygen Equipment and AED Admin Training Course
Health Care Training
Behaviours that Challenge
Common Induction Standard
Food Hygiene
Diabetes Awareness Training and Insulin Pen Device Workshop
Fire Awareness and Safe Training Course
Epilepsy Awareness Emergency Medication Training
Mental Capacity Act 2007 Training
Physiotherapy Training
Tracheostomy Training
Learning Development Module 1 – The Aging Process
Learning Development Module 2 – Safe Client Safe Care Professional
Learning Development Module 3 – Building Relationships
Training in Safeguarding Children/Child Protection – Hanwell Children's Centre (2016)
Member of the National Association for the Teaching of English (ID 3729, UK)
Cambridge English Teacher Membership – Cambridge University Press and Cambridge English Language Assessment (ID 9229-1468152965)