Companion Support Worker – 08/Irvine/HS 10/11/2026 personal employer Irivn
Job Outline
Post Companion Support worker to a young at heat 50 something Lady who lives in Irvine.
Post ___12 hours per week
Salary
Living wage rate – £14.59 per hour , this includes a mileage rate for assist ting the employer to do her shopping, or pick up prescriptions etc. wages are paid 4 weekly in arrears
Annual Leave
5.6 weeks paid Annual leave pro rate for contracted staff
Days of work / times required
- Tues – 10 – 2pm
- Wed – 10 – 2pm
- Fri – 10 – 2pm
Employer can be a bit flexible to suit school hrs.
Job Purpose
To support a lady with social support, getting out and about in her Community , crafting, Gym, swimming , shopping
Employer You will be employed by the personal employer, who will be assisted to administer payroll and undertake the necessary employment support responsibilities by a relevant support organisation.
Probationary period
- There is a 6 month probationary period attached to the post
- Successful applicant will have to undergo a new or update of the PVG disclosure scheme and supply 2 up to date reference contacts prior to appointment
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Personalise as required You will be responsible for supporting the employer to engage in all aspects of community life and activities as directed by her
Being flexible is a key component to this job and you will be guided by the employer herself about the particular activities she wants to participate in at particular times and you are expected to support her choices.
The purpose of the role is to assist the employer to get out and about, engage in activities that suit her interests.
She very much enjoys swimming, going for a cuppa and cake, out for lunch. She enjoys arts and crafts. As well as a good natter and laugh
You may at times be required to provide companionship in her own home. As well as some home supports. make a sandwich cup of tea for her, as well as visitors.
The employer has a travel card and would enjoy a day out using the bus or train, with support, but also going out in the car.
You will require a drivers licence and own car ( fuel will be reimbursed for use while at work )
She would ideally like someone to have similar interests to herself, this will make it more enjoyable when attending a class or even doing Arts and crafts at home.
Training The employer is deaf , but wears cochlear implants. Talk direct to the employer, as this assists with her understanding you. She can lip read.
She has limited vision, therefore requires your support outside, she uses her cane.
Person Specification
Attributes: Essential Criteria
Desirable
Qualifications Demonstrable experience of supporting people to fulfil their potential and have active lives.
Knowledge & Skills An understanding of how to support and facilitate in a way that empowers the person.
Good interpersonal skills and values reflecting social inclusion.
Excellent and effective communication skills.
Excellent listening skills.
Good organisational skills.
Working knowledge of good person-centred practice.
Experience
Can draw on lived experience of positively supporting someone as a peer or similar.
Can engage effectively and work in partnership with others.
Have supported people to achieve positive outcomes in their life.
Personal Qualities The employer has a wide range of interests which are already mentioned.
She is looking to recruit someone with some similar interests.
She is looking for someone with a good sense of humour, down to earth, likes a good blether and a bit of banter but is also a good listener and responsible.
The person should be good at connecting into community activities and making contacts/networks Wide experience of community activities
Other Must have a full clean UK driving licence , as well as business use on your car Ins. Must have own car, travel mileage whilst at work will be reimbursed.
You must have a good sense of humour, be flexible and reliable
There is a 6 month probationary period attached to this post
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE TO UNDERGO AN UPDATE OF THE PVG SCHEME, AS WELL AS PROVIDE 2 UP TO DATE REFERENCE CONTACTS.
PVG WILL BE PAID FOR BY THE EMPLOYER
PLEASE NOTE AILN ARE NOT THE EMPLOYERS, WE ARE PURELY A SUPPORT SEWRVICE TO DISABLED EMPLOYES AND HAVE NO INPUT IN TO YOUR SUCCESSFUL EMPLOYMENT.
Companion Support Worker - 08/Irvine/HS 10/11/2026 Irivn employer: AILN
Ayrshire Independent Living Network is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With flexible working hours and competitive pay, employees are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those they assist. The organisation values compassion and community, making it a rewarding place to work in Dreghorn.
