Weekend Support Companion for a Gentle, Joy-Filled Teen Girl WC2016
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.45 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | Salisbury, Wiltshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WC2016 |
Summary
Weekend Support Companion for a Gentle, Joy-Filled Teen Girl
Ref: WC2016
Location: Salisbury
Details
This role is to support a Child
The candidate should be a woman*
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
Employed
Hours per week:
min 3 hours weekly term time (weekends), 6 hours holiday flexibility for more hours
Hourly pay rate:
£13.45
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Are you a calm, patient and understanding person who enjoys making a real difference in a young person’s life? We’re looking for a warm, steady companion to support a gentle-spirited 16-year-old girl who thrives with consistency, kindness and a peaceful presence. She is autistic with high support needs, experiences social anxiety, and is sensitive to sounds and smells, so someone who can offer reassurance and create a soothing environment will be essential.
Your time together will be about helping her feel safe, confident and happy as she explores the world. She loves outdoor adventures, bubbles and relaxed trips out in the community. You might visit the park, pop to the shops, enjoy some quiet time in the library or take part in calm activities that bring her joy. She uses a speech device to communicate, and you’ll support her in expressing her needs while celebrating her progress.
Day-to-day support will include gentle prompting around eating, drinking and personal care, always in a respectful and encouraging manner. In terms of food prep, you will be required to heat and serve meals. Outside of the home you’ll help her engage with the world at her own pace and be a steady, grounding presence when things feel overwhelming.
The role begins with weekend hours, with the option to introduce weekday evenings over time. You’ll provide 3 hours of support during term time and 6 hours during school holidays, with the possibility of additional hours as needed. This is a meaningful, relationship-focused role for someone who wants to support a young person in feeling understood, empowered and free to enjoy her favourite activities.
If you’re compassionate, reliable and ready to bring calm positivity to her weekends, we’d love to hear from you.
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Duties include:
- Personal grooming
- Eating and drinking assistance
- Shopping
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Hygienic, tidy and well organised
- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
- Creative
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Additional requirements
Non-smoker due to medical reasons, Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
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.
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.
Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
Ref: WC2016
Location: Salisbury
Details
This role is to support a Child
The candidate should be a woman*
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
Employed
Hours per week:
min 3 hours weekly term time (weekends), 6 hours holiday flexibility for more hours
Hourly pay rate:
£13.45
-
Are you a calm, patient and understanding person who enjoys making a real difference in a young person’s life? We’re looking for a warm, steady companion to support a gentle-spirited 16-year-old girl who thrives with consistency, kindness and a peaceful presence. She is autistic with high support needs, experiences social anxiety, and is sensitive to sounds and smells, so someone who can offer reassurance and create a soothing environment will be essential.
Your time together will be about helping her feel safe, confident and happy as she explores the world. She loves outdoor adventures, bubbles and relaxed trips out in the community. You might visit the park, pop to the shops, enjoy some quiet time in the library or take part in calm activities that bring her joy. She uses a speech device to communicate, and you’ll support her in expressing her needs while celebrating her progress.
Day-to-day support will include gentle prompting around eating, drinking and personal care, always in a respectful and encouraging manner. In terms of food prep, you will be required to heat and serve meals. Outside of the home you’ll help her engage with the world at her own pace and be a steady, grounding presence when things feel overwhelming.
The role begins with weekend hours, with the option to introduce weekday evenings over time. You’ll provide 3 hours of support during term time and 6 hours during school holidays, with the possibility of additional hours as needed. This is a meaningful, relationship-focused role for someone who wants to support a young person in feeling understood, empowered and free to enjoy her favourite activities.
If you’re compassionate, reliable and ready to bring calm positivity to her weekends, we’d love to hear from you.
-
Duties include:
- Personal grooming
- Eating and drinking assistance
- Shopping
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Hygienic, tidy and well organised
- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
- Creative
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Additional requirements
Non-smoker due to medical reasons, Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
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.
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.
Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
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