About The Role
With regret, our clients do not offer sponsorship
Hi, I'm Harry - Want to Be My Support Buddy?
Location: Hackney, London E8
Nearest Stations: Hackney Downs & Hackney Central
Pay: £17.00/hour (Weekdays) | £18.00/hour (Weekends), double pay for bank holidays
Hours: 7 hours on a Tuesday 10am-5pm and bank hours to cover absences, typical shifts: 10am-5pm Monday - Friday - these could be covered by more than 1 person.
Start Date: ASAP (after pre-employment checks)
Interviews: Rolling basis via video call
Hi I'm Harry, I'm 23 and I live in Hackney with my family. I'm looking for a male support worker/buddy to hang out with me, help me get out and about, and support me with everyday stuff.
I'm a sociable guy - I love spending time with people, having a laugh, and doing fun things. I'm into football, swimming, going to the cinema, trains and playing games on my iPad. If you enjoy those too, we'll get on great
I have learning difficulties and epilepsy, which means I sometimes need a bit of help with memory, problem-solving, and coordination. I do have mild seizures a couple of times a week, but I bounce back quickly with a bit of support. I also need help with some self-care tasks.
Right now, I'm working on becoming more independent - things like shopping, using public transport, and exploring London. I'd really like someone who can support me to build my confidence while keeping an eye on safety.
What You'll Get:
* £17.00/hour weekdays | £18.00/hour weekends, double pay for bank holidays
* 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
* Free DBS check
* Induction and training (including The Care Certificate)
* Regular supervision and support from my care team
* Ongoing help from my Case Manager, Occupational Therapist and HR Team
Our Values - What Matters to Us:
* We are Supportive - It matters to us that our clients and staff know that we care.
* We have Integrity - We can be trusted to work in a professional, honest and transparent way.
* We are Client Centred - My aspirations are at the heart of everything we do.
* We are Quality Focused - We set high standards and aim to exceed them.
* We are Positive - We find solutions and empower others.
Important Stuff:
To work with me, you'll need:
* Proof you can work in the UK
* Satisfactory references
* An enhanced DBS check (don't worry - a conviction doesn't always mean you can't work with me)
If you're kind, understanding, and ready to help me live my best life, while helping me grow my independence, I'd love to hear from you.
About You
Essential Experience & Skills
* Experience working with young people with special needs
* Able to balance gentle encouragement with vigilance and safety awareness
* Confident and comfortable working in Harry's family home and sensitive to the needs and wishes of him and his family and able to maintain an excellent level of confidentiality
* Water Confident
* An interest in supporting independence and life skills
* A team-minded approach - happy to communicate with my therapists and family to keep things consistent
Desirable Experience
* Has a good sense of humour (I love a good laugh)
* Patient
* Reliable
* Adaptable
* Full Driving Licence (endorsements to be disclosed)
Personal Attributes & Behaviours
Supportive
* Kind, patient, and energetic
* Works collaboratively with family members and professionals
* Enjoys being part of a close-knit, dedicated team
Integrity
* Honest, reliable, and professional
* Communicates openly and respectfully
* Committed to doing the right thing, even when unsupervised
Client-Centred
* Puts Harry at the heart of all care decisions
* Adapts support to suit Harry's needs and pace
* Encourages confidence and independence
Quality-Focused
* Takes pride in delivering high standards of care
* Follows therapy programmes with precision
* Observant, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning
Positive
* Brings a can-do attitude and sense of fun
* Focuses on Harry's abilities and celebrates progress
* Helps Harry live life to the fullest
Additional Requirements
* Male applicants only due to the nature of personal care
* Willingness to work flexibly and cover shifts, sometimes at short notice
* Demonstrates empathy and understanding in a professional manner
* A team player who values feedback and collaboration
* Maintains confidentiality at all times
* Organised and able to meet quality standards
* Friendly, approachable, and proactive
* Creative thinker with initiative
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, marriage and civil partnerships and religion and belief.
Where a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1, of the schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for a female or male worker to work with our client.
About Us
ILS Case Management is the UK's leading independent nationwide Case Management company.
When a person's life has been changed by injury, we address the practicalities. We work with children and adults who have had moderate or catastrophic, complex injuries. We assess individual needs and are able to provide a comprehensive Case Management and Rehabilitation Service designed to maximise independence. We are CQC registered and compliant with their standards.
Our Case Managers work closely with our Clients, and we carry out all the recruitment processes on behalf of our Clients; and will support you, from your initial telephone interview right through to arranging employer interviews, trial shifts and placement.
If you are successfully recruited, you will be employed directly by our client or their Deputy appointed by the Court of Protection. However, ILS will manage your day to day employment, providing you with the support you need to carry out your role. Working as a Carer or Support Worker for an ILS client means that you will have a dedicated Case Manager to oversee your client's care needs.
For more detailed information about working as a carer or support worker for ILS, please visit:
Our Company Values
We are Supportive. It matters to us that our clients and staff know that we care.
We have Integrity. We can be trusted to work in a professional, honest and transparent way.
We are Client Centred. We put our client's aspirations at the centre of everything we do.
We are Quality Focussed. We set high standards and aim to exceed them.
We are Positive. We find solutions and empower others.