Companion & Support Worker for Independent Young Adult WC1617

Independent Lives; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A support organization based in Chippenham is seeking a Companion & Support Worker to provide companionship and support for a young adult managing mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will be friendly, responsible, and possess strong interpersonal skills. This part-time role offers 14 hours per week at a competitive hourly rate. Drivers license and own vehicle are essential for this role, which emphasizes care and companionship over household tasks.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality.
• Able to manage and engage in social activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support for mental health.
• Help with social activities and introduce new experiences.
• Transportation as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Initiative

Patience

Job description

Companion & Support Worker for Independent Young Adult

Ref: WC1617

Location: Chippenham

Details

This role is to support a Man

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Hours per week: 14 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Friday afternoons preferred but willing to discuss)

Hourly pay rate: £14.20 per hour

Personal Narrative

I’m a 27-year-old male living independently in my own flat, managing my own cooking and housework. I enjoy reading, gaming, and socialising in local bars and cafés. While I’m not really into sport, I like using my exercise bike at home. I’m a non-smoker and non-drinker, and I value having someone friendly to spend time with and share activities.

I’m looking for someone to provide companionship and support for my ongoing mental health, offering friendship and helping me stay calm in stressful situations. I don’t need help with housework, so this role is all about being a supportive, engaging presence — someone to socialise with, join me at the gym or swimming, or introduce me to new activities where I can meet others my age.

The ideal person will be friendly, approachable, responsible, and reliable, with strong communication and social skills. You should respect my confidentiality and privacy, be sensitive to my needs, and remain calm in challenging situations. Most importantly, you’ll be willing to take the time to get to know me properly and become a trusted companion.

Duties

• Other relevant duties as required
• Transportation
• Companionship

Candidate qualities

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful

Notes

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.