Buddy
| Company: | Penderels Trust |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.46 |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Colchester, CO4 1XX |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved.
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About the Employer
I’m a bubbly boy who loves to dance and have fun. Sometimes I can get upset, and I benefit from support to help me regulate my emotions. I love gaming and enjoy going out and exploring new places. I have a great imagination and enjoy drawing and creating my own characters. I also enjoy going fishing with my dad and spending time at the park. I’m looking for a kind and patient buddy who can support me, encourage me, and help me feel confident while we enjoy activities together. I would love someone who shares my interests, has fun with me, and helps me try new things.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions:
• Cognitive / Learning
• Autism
The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Fishing
• Gaming
• Drawing
Other relevant information:
• The individual has allergies.
• The individual keeps pets in the home.cat.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.
• 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.
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.