Support Worker

Snap Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic support agency in Luton seeks a Weekend SEN Buddy/Mentor to assist a bright and energetic 10-year-old girl with a visual impairment. You'll help promote her independence and confidence while engaging in fun activities such as swimming and social media use. This is an excellent opportunity for university students, teaching assistants, or mentors looking for rewarding work on alternating weekends. £164.00 gross per shift, with essential driving requirements.

Benefits

Excellent training

Competitive pay

Ongoing supervision

Qualifications

• Drivers with own car are essential.
• Experience supporting individuals with visual impairment is desirable.
• Creative, flexible, tech-savvy personality preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote Sophie's independence, confidence, and self-help skills.
• Support her in engaging activities and safe social media use.
• Ensure fun experiences such as swimming and visits to amusement parks.

Skills

Experience as an SEN Buddy, Mentor, Teacher, Teaching Assistant

Confident using social media apps (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook)

Ability to cook healthy meals

Job description

Overview of the Role

The focus of this role is to promote Sophie's independence, confidence and self‑help skills. You will support her to take part in activities alongside her peers, explore new hobbies and enjoy weekends filled with fun experiences such as swimming, shopping and visits to amusement parks. Sophie enjoys staying connected with friends through social media, so confidence in supporting safe and appropriate use of platforms such as Instagram, TikTok and Facebook is essential.

Who This Job Would Suit

Ideal for a university student, teaching assistant, SEN nanny or mentor seeking a rewarding weekend role. You'll be creative, flexible, tech‑savvy and enjoy working within a family home. Applicants must be drivers with their own car.

Weekend SEN Buddy / Mentor in Luton, LU2

A fantastic Saturday opportunity for a fun, engaging and proactive SEN Buddy / Mentor to support a creative, bright and energetic 10‑year‑old with a visual impairment.

£164.00 gross per shift. Wage / Salary: £20.50 gross per hour | £164.00 gross per shift.

Driving Requirements: Yes, own car essential (mileage paid when used on duty). Essential: Experience as an SEN Buddy, Mentor, Teacher, Teaching Assistant or similar.

Confident using social media apps (Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook). Able to cook healthy, nutritious meals.

• Female applicants only
• Desirable: Experience supporting someone with a visual impairment
• Start Date: ASAP
• Days & Hours: Alternate Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00am‑8:00pm
• Pets in Home: None
• Recruiter Contact: Suhada

About the Client

Sophie is a bright, funny and determined 10‑year‑old who loves musical theatre, singing and performing. Born prematurely, Sophie developed Retinopathy of Prematurity and has a profound visual impairment. She attends a mainstream primary school with an EHCP and is making excellent progress academically and socially. Sophie currently receives weekday support and is now looking to expand her team for weekend support.

Why You'll Love This Role

Excellent training, competitive pay and ongoing supervision. Sophie is a joy to work with and this role comes highly recommended by her current SEN PA. A truly rewarding opportunity to be part of a young person's continued success and development.