Support Assistant – Community & Home-Based Role ES1004b
| Posting date: | 09 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 August 2025 |
| Location: | Eastbourne, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ES1004b |
Summary
Support Assistant – Community & Home-Based Role
Ref: ES1004b
Location: Eastbourne
Details
This role is to support a Man
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
employed
Hours per week:
Schedule: 3 weekdays (flexible – to be confirmed) Hours: Approx. 6 hours per day (18 hours total)
Hourly pay rate:
£12.21
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated support assistant to work with a friendly young man three days a week, helping him stay active, independent, and socially engaged at home and in the community.
About the Role:
This is a varied and meaningful position where you’ll support him with daily activities, appointments, errands, and leisure outings. Whether it’s a trip to the shop, some time outdoors, or keeping things running smoothly at home, your input will make a genuine difference. Harvey enjoys long walks, and walks at a quick pace, so this is something he’d enjoy regularly.
He is a bright, friendly person who values trust and routine. He responds well to clear communication and kindness.
Ideal Qualities:
- Warm, dependable, and respectful
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to work flexibly and take initiative
- Knowledge of Eastbourne/local area is helpful
- Prior care experience is useful, but not essential - full support provided
Support and Training:
You won’t be alone - guidance and backup are available, and the team will work with you to help you settle in. This is a great role for someone looking for meaningful work and consistency.
Duties include:
- Companionship
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
Ref: ES1004b
Location: Eastbourne
Details
This role is to support a Man
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
employed
Hours per week:
Schedule: 3 weekdays (flexible – to be confirmed) Hours: Approx. 6 hours per day (18 hours total)
Hourly pay rate:
£12.21
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated support assistant to work with a friendly young man three days a week, helping him stay active, independent, and socially engaged at home and in the community.
About the Role:
This is a varied and meaningful position where you’ll support him with daily activities, appointments, errands, and leisure outings. Whether it’s a trip to the shop, some time outdoors, or keeping things running smoothly at home, your input will make a genuine difference. Harvey enjoys long walks, and walks at a quick pace, so this is something he’d enjoy regularly.
He is a bright, friendly person who values trust and routine. He responds well to clear communication and kindness.
Ideal Qualities:
- Warm, dependable, and respectful
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to work flexibly and take initiative
- Knowledge of Eastbourne/local area is helpful
- Prior care experience is useful, but not essential - full support provided
Support and Training:
You won’t be alone - guidance and backup are available, and the team will work with you to help you settle in. This is a great role for someone looking for meaningful work and consistency.
Duties include:
- Companionship
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
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