Jenny T

Independent carer in Hexham

Sparrow carer since: June '26

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Care Offered:

Daytime

Days I provide care:

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Age:

40-49

Years' Experience:

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DBS Status

In progress

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Reference Status

Complete

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Interview Status

Interviewed in person

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Rate Per Hour

From £25

About Carer

I’m a warm, friendly and reliable person who genuinely enjoys helping others. Family is very important to me, and I’ve been fortunate to support loved ones when they’ve needed extra care. Those experiences have given me a deep appreciation for how much difference calm, patient and compassionate support can make.

I’ve chosen flexible work throughout my life to be present for my children, which has made me self-motivated, practical, calm under pressure and adaptable to whatever the day brings. Alongside my long-standing work as a Shiatsu practitioner, I’ve developed strong people skills and an open, non-judgemental approach. I understand the importance of dignity, kindness and simply being there for someone in the way they need.

I have a BSc in Human Nutrition and training as a raw vegan chef, so food, health and wellbeing are a big part of my life. I’m a good cook, enjoy keeping things clean and organised, and take pride in noticing the small things.

Care services provided

Personal care, Companionship, Respite support, Dementia / Alzheimer's / Parkinson's support, Enabling care, Welfare checks, Household help, Meal prep, Shopping, Trips out, Support with appointments, Light cleaning, Light gardening

Carer Attributes

UK driving licence, Regular access to a car, Comfortable with pets, Comfortable with smokers

Why we chose this carer

We chose to work with Jenny because she has a calm, competent presence and a good sense of fun. She brings personal experience of caring for family members along with a track record of running her own business, which we think make her well suited to independent care work.

Areas covered:

Hexham, Corbridge, Riding Mill, Haydon Bridge, Acomb, Slaley, Wark, Bellingham

Carer Interests

I'm someone who really enjoys food, both cooking and the reality of everyday life around it. I spend a lot of time in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes, and I've got a BSc in Human Nutrition, a background in Chinese medicine, and training as a raw vegan chef, so food, health and wellbeing are a big part of my life. I also enjoy growing my own vegetables, being outdoors, and going for walks and hikes with the dog (though I'll admit I'm more fair-weather than hardcore outdoorsy!). Yoga and meditation help me stay balanced, especially with a busy life. And while all of that might sound a bit saintly, I really value balance and enjoy socialising with friends just as much as the quieter, healthier side of life.

References & Client Feedback

1. Jenny has worked part-time for my business since August 2024 and is a pleasure to work with. Her main duties are to prepare and post orders, deal with post, answer emails and take telephone enquiries, all of which she does very effectively. She is always punctual and reliable, she shows initiative and works efficiently. In April I became ill and, without hesitation, Jenny ran the business single-handedly for 3 weeks while I recovered and did a fantastic job. She is certainly trustworthy. As it is just myself and Jenny in the office we have got to know each other well, and overall she is a genuinely lovely person with a kind nature and great sense of humour. I think she will make a wonderful independent carer.

2. I have been a nurse myself for 50 years spending last 30yrs in senior roles culminating in my final role as a Senior Lecturer in pre and post registration nursing both in the UK and internationally. I have known Jenny since childhood as she went to school with my daughter and although from leaving school, I did not have much contact with her until she moved near me about 13-14yrs ago. Since then Jenny has shown herself to be a very caring person indeed and before my husband died 17 months ago, she was brilliant with him. My husband had severe heart failure and Jenny was always so thoughtful towards him, bringing him treats to cheer him up and he thought so much of her. She has a lovely quiet, caring approach to people. She is a good listener and actually 'hears' what you are saying.

I have always found Jenny to be totally trustworthy and emotionally intelligent. Having run her own business, she knows the importance of time management and being able to plan her day to meet her deadlines for customer orders. This was no mean feat as her vegetarian cakes were extremely popular! I have no concerns whatsoever about Jenny's suitability for this role.

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