Support Worker / Befriender

Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN); Ayr; On-site; GBP 1,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization seeks Male Support Workers in Ayr to assist a 34-year-old man with personal care, mobility, and social activities. Candidates should be passionate about care and capable of managing household tasks. A clean driver's license is preferred, and flexibility in work hours is required. Competitive pay at £12.60 per hour.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave

Support & mailbox services for personal employers

Qualifications

• Experience in a caring role is advantageous but not necessary.
• Must have a clean driver's license preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect employer's privacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client with daily living and personal care.
• Support client socially (e.g., swimming, events).
• Prepare meals and manage household tasks.
• Help with shopping errands.

Skills

Genuine passion for providing excellent care

Basic admin skills

Ability to assist with mobility

Good swimmer

Job description

Support Worker / Befriender (Male) x 2 Ref: 02/Ayr/JL

Location: Ayr

Posts (x 2): 16 hours

Hours: Variable - to be discussed at interview

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Male Support Workers (x 2) required to befriend and support a 34 year old man who lives in his own home in Ayr. Applicants must have a genuine passion for providing excellent care and support and can demonstrate professionalism and commitment. You will provide support throughout the day, personal care and various health activities to support wellbeing. Some basic admin skills are required to assist in diary planning and daily/monthly reporting. The gentleman has mobility issues and learning disabilities. He uses a wheelchair when out and about and requires significant assistance with manoeuvring.

Confidentiality and respect for the employer’s privacy is of the utmost importance as some care is provided within the employer’s home.

Social Support

• Assistance to attend the local swimming pool on a regular basis – applicants must be good swimmers and comfortable in the water.
• Assistance to attend other social events as required, including football games, walks, days out, cinema and socialising.

Household Tasks

• Preparing breakfast, lunch and evening meal, making hot drinks and snacks.
• Small amount of cleaning – ensuring surfaces are cleaned and dishes are washed and put away after meals.

General Tasks

• Going to local shops and assisting with shopping.

The post is subject to the following conditions: 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum inclusive of public holidays and a 6‑month probationary period. Must be flexible as shifts will vary week to week in line with the employer’s needs and may also be required to cover for other staff on leave or sick. Employer has his own vehicle and a current clean driver’s licence preferred.

Successful applicants will be required to provide two up‑to‑date reference contacts and undergo a new or updated Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for the Protection of Vulnerable Groups.

Previous experience in a caring role would be advantageous but is not necessary. This post would be suitable for someone local due to some late finishing times.

To apply please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting Ref: 02/Ayr/JL or download an application form on the documents section of our website www.ailn.org. Alternatively, contact Jennifer Lee on 01294 475686 to request an application form to be completed and returned to:

Jennifer Lee, Senior Self‑Directed Support Advisor
Ayrshire Independent Living Network
The Michael Lynch Centre for Enterprise
71 Princes Street,
Ardrossan, KA22 8DG

PLEASE NOTE THAT AILN ARE NOT THE EMPLOYERS. WE ARE A SUPPORT & MAILBOX SERVICE FOR INDIVIDUAL PERSONAL EMPLOYERS AND HAVE NO INPUT INTO WHOM THEY DECIDE TO EMPLOY