I am a friendly gentleman who is seeking a carer who can cover on average 4 days a month. These days will run consecutively, usually from a Friday to the Monday. During this time I require two calls per day, one in the morning for 1.5 hours and one in the evening for 1.5 hours. I am flexible with the exact timings and am happy to discuss this at interview. I do, however like to go to bed early and would prefer someone who is able to do the evening call between the hours of 5pm-7pm.

I am prone to falls and have dizzy spells when I stand. I have difficulty walking and tend to shuffle when I do, as a result when I go shopping my carer takes me out in a wheelchair. I am diabetic and have epilepsy, both of which are controlled by medication and I haven't had an epileptic fit for several years.

I wold like someone who is able to help get me washed and dressed and prepare a cooked breakfast for me in the mornings, something like eggs on toast and a light meal in the evenings. I will need help changing my pads, so someone who doesn't embarrass easily would be ideal. I will also, on occasion, need my prescription collected from the pharmacy.

I am a well-travelled gentleman, my father was in the Air Force when I was growing up and as a result I have lived all over the world from Singapore to Germany and of course the UK. I enjoy knitting and playing chess and I am currently knitting some clothes for my grandchild.

I would ideally prefer a carer who is self-employed. The self-employed rate for this position £13.87 per hour. A self-employed carer will be required to be registered with HMRC for self-assessment and obtain public liability insurance.

Location: NR2

Listed below are the skills, competencies and qualities that are essential and desirable for the post. My assessment of these, both on application and at interview, will be the main factor in determining if you are successful. Please refer to these when submitting your application.

Summary terms and conditions:

• Hours and days of work: 3 hours per day for 4 days per month. 1.5 hours in the morning and 1.5 hours in the evening

Should you choose to work on a self-employed basis the rate of pay will be £13.87 per hour. You will be required to register with HMRC for self-assessment and obtain public liability insurance.