Support Worker


Company:	Penderels Trust
Salary:	from £276.15 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Colchester, CO7 1XX
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Sept 2026
Closing date:	29 Sept 2026

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Summary

Interested in working in social care? Read on to find out how you can get involved.

To apply, follow the link provided and fill out an application form or forward your application or CV to parecruitment@penderelstrust.org.uk (Please include the job reference number: ESX17709MM2 to your email if submitting via email). Please note that by submitting your CV you are confirming that you have read and understand the terms of the privacy policy. (http://penderelstrust.org.uk/paPrivacy.php)

About the Employer

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Personal Assistant/Mentor to join a small, friendly team supporting an active young autistic man in his own home.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys making a genuine difference whilst supporting independence and promoting an active lifestyle.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting autistic adults

• Is self-motivated and able to work independently

• Is energetic, active and enjoys the outdoors

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence

• Own vehicle with valid insurance

• Willing to drive during shifts

• Two satisfactory references

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

• Right to work in the UK

• Has excellent communication skills

• Is reliable, flexible and punctual

• Enjoys building positive working relationships

• Can work well within a small team

• Completing overnight sleep-in shifts as part of a 24-hour shift pattern

Benefits:

• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

• Pension scheme

• Mileage allowance paid

If you are passionate about supporting people to live independent, fulfilling lives, we would love to hear from you.

The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Walking

• Swimming

• Cycling

About the Role, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.

• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.

• 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.

• Supporting access to the local community.

• Encouraging independence and confidence.

• Supporting with daily living activities.

• Supporting hobbies and activities.

• Providing companionship and mentoring.

Due to the following requirements of the role, only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position:

• You will be required to work for more than 48 hours per week.

• Shifts may start before and or after 10pm

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.

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