Male Assistant Buddy

Community Case Management Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support service provider in Greater London is seeking a caregiver to support a client with a traumatic brain injury. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, encouraging independence, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The role offers part-time and full-time options, with competitive pay rates, including overtime and sleep-in shifts. Applicants should have care experience, strong communication skills, and a compassionate approach to support individuals in achieving their goals.

Benefits

Full training provided

Double pay on bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Experience in supporting individuals with acquired brain injuries is desirable.
• Proactive and empathetic approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities and household tasks.
• Encourage and motivate the client.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathetic approach

Experience with individuals with brain injuries

Driving skills

Job description

Garry is in his early thirties and lives independently in his own home. Several years ago Garry sustained a traumatic brain injury following a road traffic accident. As a result he requires structured support with planning organising budgeting shopping and managing day‑to‑day household tasks.

Garry is a positive and joyful individual who thrives on encouragement and gentle motivation. While he enjoys engaging with others and has a warm upbeat nature he can struggle with low motivation and benefits from consistent prompting to complete tasks and maintain routines. The role involves supporting Garry in his daily activities which may include accompanying him to the gym or other appropriate outings that promote wellbeing and independence.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team and report directly to the case manager contributing to care planning and ensuring that Garry receives high‑quality person‑centred support. Experience in supporting individuals with acquired brain injuries is desirable and a proactive empathetic approach is essential.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life helping them build confidence and live more fully within their community.

Requirements

• Previous care experience
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Experienced driver
• Background in supporting individuals with brain injuries.

Working Hours

Part time or full‑time hours available.

Part‑time: 18 hours

Full‑time: 36 hours

Possibility to work over‑time on as and when needed basis.

1pm – 11pm followed by sleep‑in shift finish at 7am.

2 consecutive shifts minimum.

Rates of Pay

Weekdays: £14.00 per hour.

Weekends: £16.00 per hour.

Sleeping shifts (Monday to Thursday): From 8.00 pm to 11.00 pm you will be paid £14.00 per hour and from 11.00 pm to 7.00 am you will be paid National minimum Wage which is currently £12.21 per hour.

Sleeping shifts (Friday to Sunday): From 8.00 pm to 11.00 pm you will be paid £16.00 per hour and from 11.00 pm to 7.00 am you will be paid National minimum Wage plus £0.50 which is currently £12.71 per hour.

On bank holidays you will be paid double your usual hourly rate.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure with Adult and Child Workforce Barring.

Full training will be provided.

There will be a two‑stage interview process first with the case manager and then with the client.

If you require any further information please contact Recruitment on or.

Job Reference: RN / JS

NB: Community Case Management Limited are not the employer.

NB: Please note the employer does not offer sponsorship.

Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for a male worker to work with our client.

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1