Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved. Job Reference: ESX17377MM1 Contract Type : Permanent To apply, follow the link provided and fill out an application form or forward your CV to parecruitment@penderelstrust.org.uk (Please include the job reference number: ESX17377MM1 to your email if submitting via email) About the Employer I am looking for a buddy that will drive - I am interested in reading - i like to go out shopping and looking round the shops - going for walks at the moment I am unable to walk to far, I still enjoy walks. I like to go to coffee shops and am looking for a friend as well as buddy. Employer Disability and Health Conditions: • Vision The employer's hobbies and interests: • Reading • Walking • Music About the Role Duties and Responsibilities: • Support with food shopping. • Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities. • Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities. • Promote and encourage friendships and independence. • Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship. • Going into the community - help in half term week to help go out with my child. The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required. You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times. Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered). Transport Requirement: Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance. Required Skills: • Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual. • Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role. • To be able to work on own initiative. • Be patient, supportive and caring. • Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support. • Be empathetic. • Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals. • Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable. When you are Required: Hours per week : varied hours Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.