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1 years' experience · Member since 2026

Sphelele Dube

Brixton, Johannesburg
Elderly careDementiaPalliativePost-operative

About Sphelele

I am a warm, compassionate and ambitious caregiver who genuinely enjoys caring for and supporting others. I am naturally bubbly, approachable and easy to get along with, and I believe that the person receiving care should always feel respected, comfortable, safe and valued. For me, caregiving is not simply about completing tasks; it is about caring for the whole person and treating them with the same patience, dignity and kindness that I would want for myself or someone I love. My approach to care is person-centred, patient and hands-on. I take the time to understand the individual I am caring for, their routines, preferences, abilities and needs. I believe that good care also means listening, communicating clearly, encouraging independence where possible and being emotionally present. I want the person in my care to feel that they have someone beside them, rather than simply someone completing duties for them. I have received formal caregiver training and have gained practical experience in senior care and clinical environments. My training and experience have given me knowledge and confidence, but I believe that education is only one part of being a good caregiver. The other part is having the right heart and personality for the work. I genuinely enjoy helping people, and I find fulfilment in knowing that something I have done has made another person’s day easier or better. What makes me the right choice is the combination of my training, practical experience and genuine passion for caring for people. I understand that caregiving can be demanding, and I respect the responsibility that comes with looking after someone’s loved one. I am reliable, willing to learn, adaptable and comfortable working in a busy environment. I also want to continue developing myself professionally and personally so that I can provide an even higher standard of care as I grow in my career. I am someone who believes that there is always more to learn and always room to grow. My goal is not simply to find a job in caregiving, but to build a meaningful career in care and continue growing from one opportunity to the next. If I am trusted with the care of your loved one, I want that trust to be reflected in the way I show up, communicate, work and care every day.

IsiZulu &English (fluent)

Specialisations & skills

Elderly care
Dementia
Palliative
Post-operative
Disability
Child care
Cooking
First aid
Mobility assistance
Companionship
Medication management
Wound care

Availability & rates

Live-in
HourlyR120

Rates are indicative — final terms agreed directly between you and the carer.

Areas served

BallitoBishopscourtBrynstonFourwaysMidlandsMorningsideSandtonuMhlanga

Documents on file

ID / PassportVerified
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References

Thandazile Mjadu

Matron(from where I did my first practice in a care home)

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Mrs B.R Mkwena

Clinic Operational Manager(When I was doing my clinal practice for HEALTH PROMOTION)

✓ Confirmed

Heidi Marais

Professional Nurse (caregiver instructor)

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