Community Support Worker - Ottery St Mary

Mash Group; England; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Male Support Worker to provide companionship and support to a gentleman living with paranoid schizophrenia. This rewarding role involves engaging in community-based activities, fostering independence, and ensuring quality of life. Ideal candidates are energetic, patient, and dog lovers, as daily walks with the client's dog are part of the routine. If you are looking for a meaningful job that makes a real difference, this opportunity could be perfect for you. Join a team that values your contribution and supports individuals in their journey towards well-being.

Qualifications

• Must be a male aged 25+ with a valid driving license.
• Comfortable with supporting individuals with mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support a gentleman with paranoid schizophrenia in community activities.
• Build a meaningful connection while ensuring well-being.

Skills

Patient

Understanding

Energetic

Trust-building

Dog lover

Tools

Vehicle

Job description

Are you a physically active, friendly, and reliable individual who enjoys getting out and about, connecting with others, and making a real difference?

We are looking for a Male Support Worker (Driver, aged 25+) to support a gentleman living with paranoid schizophrenia. This is a unique, rewarding opportunity to build a meaningful, one-to-one connection while supporting someone to live a full and active life in the community.

About the Role:

• 15 hours per week (Monday - Friday)
• At least 1 in 4 weekends, ideally every other weekend
• Support with community-based activities, outings, and general companionship
• No personal care involved
• Must be comfortable around dogs; daily walks with his dog are part of his routine
• Opportunity for additional hours through our wider care services

Who We’re Looking For:

• Male, aged 25+ (due to client request and vehicle insurance requirements)
• A driver with access to a vehicle
• Energetic and physically active
• Patient, understanding, and able to build trust
• Comfortable supporting individuals with complex mental health needs
• A dog lover

This is more than a job; it’s a chance to support someone’s independence, well-being, and quality of life while being part of a team that truly values what you do.

Interested? Apply Today!

Please note: We are unable to accept overseas applicants as we cannot offer sponsorship at this time.

Hourly Rate:
GBP13.00 - GBP14.00 per hour (Weekdays before 5pm)
GBP14.00 - GBP15.00 per hour (Evenings & Weekends)
GBP20.00 per hour (Bank Holidays)