Location: Tetbury, GL8 Days & Hours: Up to 8 hours a week, worked flexibly including weekends. This is a bank arrangement, with hours planned in advance by me and my mum. Extra hours may be available during school holidays or to cover absences. Pay: Weekdays: £14.50/hour Weekends: £16.00/hour Driver Required? Yes this is essential. Using Own Vehicle? Yes for work duties and training. Youll need business insurance, and mileage will be paid. Accommodation While on Duty: Mobile home Pets: We have 2 lovely rescue dogs at home Hi, Im Dean and Im Looking for a Buddy/Support Worker! Hey there! Im Dean, born in 1999, and Im looking for someone friendly, reliable, and supportive to join me on my journey to becoming more independent. Ive got loads of interests and hobbies, and Id love to find someone whos up for sharing some of them with me or just being a great companion. A Bit About Me: Im passionate about woodwork I love getting stuck into creative projects. I enjoy stunt scootering and hanging out at the local skate park. Im a big fan of live music, especially drum and bass, and I love going to events to see my favourite DJs. I love being outdoors, walking in nature, relaxing on the beach, and swimming in the sea when Im on holiday. I have a close relationship with my mum shes a big part of my life. I sustained a hypoxic brain injury at birth and Ive been hearing impaired all my life. I wear hearing aids and lip read well. Im looking for someone who can support me with daily living tasks, help me explore new activities, and encourage me to keep doing the things I love like skateboarding, surfing, swimming, and of course, woodwork. What Im Looking For: Id enjoy working with someone who shares the values that matter to me and my support team: Client Focussed Can you show real commitment and passion for helping me live my best life? Integrity Are you empathetic and able to understand me in a professional and respectful way? Supportive Can you build a positive and professional relationship with me and those around me? Positive Will you help create an inclusive environment where I feel respected and valued? Quality Focussed Are you someone who always acts with professionalism and care? Experience: Essential: Supporting young adults to achieve their potential and become more independent. Desirable: Experience working with young adults with trauma and an interest in therapy. Training & Benefits: On-going training & support provided 5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata Pension (subject to qualifying status) Free DBS check Induction & relevant training (including The Care Certificate) Regular supervision and support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR team Interviews & Start Date: Interviews: Rolling basis, face-to-face. This advert will close once weve received enough applications so please apply soon! Start Date: ASAP (subject to employment checks) Please note: With regret, our clients do not offer sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK. This role will require: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK Satisfactory references, including your last employer An enhanced DBS Certificate (a conviction wont necessarily prevent you from being employed) Thanks for reading I hope to meet you soon!