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Job Description for a Housekeeper Companion Based in Loughton, Essex Position: Permanent Job Reference: MD778 Job Title: Housekeeper Companion Location: Loughton, Essex Pets: None Salary: £18-20 gross per hour Start Date: July 2025 Hours Required: Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm Driver: Prefer driver, though not essential Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented Housekeeper Companion to support a very independent elderly couple in their 90s. This part-time role is based in a well-kept 3-bedroom semi-detached home with a bathroom, lounge, kitchen, and garden. The ideal candidate will take pride in maintaining a clean and organised home environment, while also offering light companionship and practical daily support. This is a perfect opportunity for someone with a gentle, kind, and happy demeanour, who enjoys building relationships and supporting older adults in maintaining their dignity and independence. Fluency in Greek is advantageous (as the couple are Greek), but not essential for the right person who can communicate with warmth and patience. Key Responsibilities Housekeeping: Perform thorough and regular cleaning of all rooms (kitchen, lounge, bathroom, bedrooms), hoovering, dusting, washing floors, and ironing. Laundry and Washing: Manage washing and ironing of clothes and linens. Meal Support: Assist with preparing and cooking meals or support the lady of the house in the kitchen, as she enjoys cooking. Companionship: Spend time with the couple, offering conversation, a friendly presence, and general emotional support. Light Assistance: Support with practical tasks like changing light bulbs or fetching shopping, which have become more challenging for them. Outings & Walks: Accompany the lady of the house on short local walks or assist with light errands. Requirements Experience in housekeeping, elderly care, or companion roles (formal or informal). Kind, patient, and friendly personality, with a positive and respectful attitude. Ability to encourage independence rather than take over tasks unnecessarily. Trustworthy and reliable, with good references. Ability to work unsupervised and use initiative. Basic understanding of elderly wellbeing, including medication reminders and monitoring. Fluent in English with strong communication skills. Desirable: Previous experience working with elderly individuals or in domiciliary support. A background in cleaning roles with a focus on detail and hygiene. Basic cooking skills or enjoyment of food preparation. Benefits Meaningful and rewarding role supporting a wonderful couple in maintaining their lifestyle. Regular working hours (daily visits), with opportunity to build a trusted, long-term relationship. Friendly and respectful home environment. Supportive family in the background ensuring open communication and continuity. Opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of two elderly people who value their independence and companionship. HomeOrganisers Ltd acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent position. Along with your CV, you must also have an up to date DBS or be willing to obtain, along with a minimum of 2 last / current employer professional referees that are immediately contactable. Apply for this job Please quote job reference number MD778
How about using your talent to save a life? In Lynxight we literally save lives by equipping pool lifeguards with an AI-based companion that's revolutionizing water safety. Our innovative technology enhances lifeguards’ response times and provides pool management with crucial operational insights, setting high standards in the aquatic leisure industry. With a growing global presence across renowned fitness, leisure, and hospitality sectors, and strategic partnerships aimed at advancing water safety, Lynxight is at the forefront of technological breakthroughs. Are you up for the challenge? Location: Remote (UK) Department: Operations / Customer Success Employment Type: Full-Time (day rate) About Lynxight Lynxight is a cutting-edge technology company specializing in AI-powered video analytics for aquatic environments. Our mission is to create safer, smarter, and more responsive aquatic facilities through intelligent surveillance systems and actionable data insights. We partner with public and private institutions globally to elevate safety standards and operational efficiency. Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Technical Support Engineer to join our growing team. As the first point of contact for our UK clients, you will be instrumental in diagnosing and resolving technical issues, supporting the smooth implementation of projects, and maintaining the high standards of customer satisfaction Lynxight is known for. This role requires a proactive and solution-oriented mindset, a self-starter with excellent communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware-software systems in real time. Key Responsibilities · Play a crucial role in delivering hundreds of parallel implementations for a diverse range of customers. · Support the remote technical teams to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues with existing sites and those in the project delivery phase. · Act as the primary technical in-person liaison for UK-based clients and partners. · Develop the technical skills required to deputise for the implementation engineers as required. · Support customers through system setup, calibration, and routine maintenance procedures as required. · Participate in the development of support and implementation best practices and knowledge base content. · Directly reporting to the Head of UK Customer Operations. Qualifications / skills · 2+ years of experience in technical support, IT, or a related technical customer service role. · Strong technical background in IT, with knowledge of hardware, software, and networking. · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (preferred). Equivalent experience and qualifications would be considered. · Proficiency with Windows/Linux operating systems and command-line tools · Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. · Customer-focused attitude with a commitment to providing exceptional service. · Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. · Ability to travel frequently and work on the road, including overnight stays. · Previous experience working with international teams or startups an advantage · Proven right to work in the UK. What We Offer · Longterm contract. · Remote-first work culture with flexibility. · Opportunity to work with a mission-driven, fast-growing team at the intersection of AI and public safety. · Career development opportunities and direct involvement in shaping customer success strategies. If you love tech and people, excel at juggling multiple challenges at once, and are eager for a place where you can truly grow—then you belong with us!