Support Worker/Befriender (Male) – 02/Ayr/BB

Support Worker / Befriender (Male)

Location: Ayr

Hours: 16 hours per week (variable – to be discussed at interview)

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide support throughout the day, including personal care and various health activities, to support the wellbeing of the client.
• Assist with basic administrative tasks, such as diary planning and daily/monthly reporting.
• Offer social support, which may include accompanying the client to a local swimming pool (requiring good swimming ability), football games, walks, days out, cinema, or other social events.
• Perform household tasks such as preparing breakfast, lunch and evening meals, making hot drinks or snacks, and maintaining cleanliness of surfaces and kitchenware.
• Assist with shopping trips and other general tasks required by the employer.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the employer’s privacy at all times.

Requirements

• Male, able to befriend and support a 34‑year‑old man with mobility issues (wheelchair use) and learning disabilities.
• Good swimming ability and comfortable in water.
• Basic administrative skills for diary planning and reporting.
• Flexible with variable hours; availability for shifts that may change week to week and to cover staff absences.
• Provide two up‑to‑date reference contacts and undergo a Protection of Vulnerable Groups Disclosure check.
• Six‑month probationary period and provision of a 1‑week notice during this time if the role is not a good fit.
• Preferred: current clean driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Previous experience in a caring role is advantageous but not mandatory.

Employment terms

• 16 hours per week, variable – to be discussed at interview.
• Annual leave of 5.6 weeks (inclusive of public holidays).
• Schedule may vary week to week and the post may change according to the employer’s needs.
• Must be willing to help when other staff are on leave or sick.

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