Companionship & Community Access Assistant

Direct Payment Employer; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Payments Employer in Llanelli is seeking a caring and reliable support worker to assist with socialisation activities for up to 5 hours per week. The role involves accompanying the employer on social outings, shopping, and community activities, with flexible scheduling by mutual agreement.

A DBS check will be undertaken on offer, and driving may be required depending on needs. The worker will help promote independence, ensure safety, and provide companionship while respecting the

Qualifications

• Caring, patient, and reliable approach to support in the home.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative.
• Good time-keeping and flexibility around duties.
• Local knowledge of Llanelli area is advantageous.
• A full, clean driving licence and car use may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support the employer with independence and socialising in the community.
• Assist with shopping and activities of interest.
• Provide companionship and engage in conversation for social interaction.
• Support safety and wellbeing during working hours.
• Maintain basic time records and report concerns as needed.
• Comply with Data Protection Act and safeguarding requirements.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Reliable

Proactive

Flexible

Time-keeping

Driving licence

Job description

Direct Payments Employer in Llanelli is seeking a caring and reliable support worker to assist with socialisation activities for up to 5 hours per week. The role involves accompanying the employer on social outings, shopping, and community activities, with flexible scheduling by mutual agreement.

A DBS check will be undertaken on offer, and driving may be required depending on needs. The worker will help promote independence, ensure safety, and provide companionship while respecting the