Independent Living Support & Companionship Assistant

Independent Lives; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Lives is seeking a caring, proactive Personal Assistant to support a man living independently at home after a brain injury. The role focuses on companionship, daily routine planning, and encouraging participation in activities.

You will help with meals, laundry, shopping, appointments and light household tasks, while taking medicine prompts, driving to occasions, and building confidence. The hours are eight per day, with some flexibility; DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support roles, ideally with brain injury rehabilitation.
• Ability to communicate well and build trust with the client.
• Patient, reliable, observant and resourceful with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and adapt to needs.
• Reasonable physical fitness for daily activities and driving.
• Good English language skills (read and speak).

Responsibilities

• Prompt medication reminders and administration support.
• Assist with personal care and daily routines.
• Support healthy eating and meal preparation.
• Provide companionship and engage in activities.
• Plan and organise daily diary, appointments and notes.
• Household tasks: cleaning, laundry, shopping, cooking.
• Drive to activities, appointments and social events.
• Support memory strategies and rehabilitation activities.

Skills

Care experience

Brain injury rehabilitation

Communication

Initiative

Creativity

Timekeeping

Reliability

Patience

English reading/writing

Tools

Apple devices support

Job description

Independent Lives is seeking a caring, proactive Personal Assistant to support a man living independently at home after a brain injury. The role focuses on companionship, daily routine planning, and encouraging participation in activities.

You will help with meals, laundry, shopping, appointments and light household tasks, while taking medicine prompts, driving to occasions, and building confidence. The hours are eight per day, with some flexibility; DBS check may be required.