Buddy/Personal Assistant

Independent Living Solutions Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 6,700 - 7,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension (subject to qualifying status)

Free DBS check

Induction

Care Certificate training

Clinical supervision/review meetings

Support from Case Manager and HR

Job summary

Independent Living Solutions Ltd. is seeking a part-time Buddy/Personal Assistant to support Mr S at his London home. The role focuses on enabling independence, assisting with daily activities, and accompanying him to leisure and exercise routines.

You will engage in personal support, transport planning, and managing domestic tasks, while maintaining confidentiality and safety. The position starts early January 2027 and requires a right to work in the UK and DBS clearance.

Qualifications

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
• Satisfactory references, including from your most recent employer
• Enhanced DBS check (A conviction will not necessarily prevent employment)

Responsibilities

• Maximise Mr S's independence to continue enjoying the activities that are important to him
• Facilitating hobbies and leisure activities
• Supporting in the gym and completing his exercise routine
• Aid in updating diary with appointments and supporting attendance
• Initiating use of public transport to build independence
• Assist with shopping tasks for Mr S

Skills

Reliability

Communication

I.T. literacy

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Own car

Job description

Weekdays: £16.00 and Weekends: £18.00 per hour

About The Role

Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Location: London NW5

Hours: 8 hours per week to consist of 4 hours on a Tuesday and Thursday, typical shifts will be 10.30am-2.30pm however the Tuesday shift can be a bit more flexible. Extra hours may be required at the weekend but will be arranged between Mr S and yourself.

Pay: W eekdays: £16.00 and Weekends: £18.00 per hour

• Pension (subject to qualifying status)
• Free DBS check
• Induction
• Relevant training opportunities (including The Care Certificate)
• Regular clinical supervision/review meetings
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR department

Driving:

• Vehicle use: Y ou'll drive your own car, business insurance will be required and a mileage paid. Mr S has a blue badge.
• Using own vehicle for work: Own vehicle required to attend training and work-related travel.

Start Date: 4th January 2027(subject to satisfactory employment checks)

Pets: 1 cat

Job Summary

Mr S is a friendly and determined individual who lives with his partner and their cat. He works part-time as an Architect and enjoys maintaining an active and fulfilling lifestyle. He has a particular passion for photography and attends adapted yoga sessions to support his wellbeing.

Following a brain injury sustained in a road traffic collision in 2023, Mr S experiences hemiplegia but remains independent with his mobility, using a walking aid for everyday activities and a powered wheelchair for longer distances. Since the accident he experiences high fatigue levels and a slight reduction in attention and concentration.

Mr S is looking for a Buddy/Personal Assistant to provide practical support with some domestic tasks, community activities, and administrative responsibilities, helping him to maximise his independence and continue enjoying the activities that are important to him.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Maximising Mr S' independence to continue enjoying the activities that are important to him
• Facilitating hobbies and leisure activities
• Supporting in the gym, and to complete his exercise routine
• Promote Mr S to update diary with appointments and support to attend
• Initiating the use of public transport and for Mr S to become more independent in using this mode of transport
• Assist with shopping tasks involving Mr S

Safeguarding
ILS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients within the activities we undertake, and ILS expects all our clients’ employees and workers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or workers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This position will require:

This role requires:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
• Satisfactory references, including from your most recent employer
• Enhanced DBS check (A conviction will not necessarily prevent employment)

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, marriage and civil partnerships and religion and belief.

About You

It would be great to receive your application, if you have the following skills/behaviours:

• A Handling Management Plan designed to reduce the risk of handling injuries may require you to bend, kneel, squat or lunge to ensure good posture during handling tasks.
• Confident about working in Mr S' own home and sensitive to the needs and wishes of him and their family.
• Proactive, encouraging approach.
• Cheerful, caring and positive attitude.
• Reliable, trustworthy and a good communicator.
• The ability to learn new skills.
• Confident with using I.T
• Willing to participate in a variety of outdoor activities.
• Able to demonstrate a good understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality and to respect Mr S and their partner’s need for privacy.
• Keep own record of hours worked.
• Attend supervision, as required.
• Flexible with start and finish times according to the needs of our Mr S.
• Comfortable to be around cats, (as Mr S has a cat).
• Non smoker. This post operates a non-smoking environment.
• Shares similar interests with Mr S, such as photography, yoga and fitness. Mr S has recently started baking.
• Able to support in the gym, and to complete his exercise routine
• Experience of carrying out therapy programmes.
• Ability to work additional hours as required.
• Basic knowledge of therapies, such as hydrotherapy and physiotherapy.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Own car – desirable.
• Knowledge and experience of brain injury would be advantageous.
• Experience/understanding of mental health issues.
• Water confident.
• Willing to travel.

About Us

ILS CaseManagementis the UK's leading independent nationwide Case Management company.

When a person’s life has been changed by injury, we address the practicalities. We work with children and adults who have had moderate or catastrophic, complex injuries. We assess individual needs and are able to provide a comprehensive Case Management designed to maximise independence. We are CQC registered and compliant with theirstandards.

Our Case Managers work closely with our Clients, and we carry out all the recruitment processes on behalf of our Clients; and will support you, from your initial telephone interview right through to arranging employer interviews, trial shifts and placement.

If you are successfully recruited, you will be employed directly byour client or their Deputy appointed by the Court of Protection. However, ILS will manage your day-to-day employment, providing you with the support you need to carry out your role. Working as a Carer or Support Worker for an ILS client means that you will have a dedicated Case Manager to oversee your client's care needs.

We are Supportive. It matters to us that our clients and staff know that we care.

We have Integrity. We can be trusted to work in a professional, honest and transparent way .We are Client Centred. Weput our client's aspirations at the centre of everything we do.
We are Quality Focussed. Weset high standards and aim to exceed them.
We are Positive. Wefind solutions and empower others.