What the job involves
- Supporting people with daily living, appointments and activities
- Helping people build skills and confidence
- Following support plans and recording what happens
- Working with people with learning disabilities, autism or mental health needs, depending on the service
What employers look for
- Respect for people's choices and independence
- Patience and good communication
- A driving licence for some roles
How to stand out
How to apply: use the job's Apply button to go to the employer's own application page. What the employer sees and how decisions are made.
In your application or screening conversation:
- Say which groups of people you have supported, if any
- Give an example of helping someone do something for themselves
- Mention any relevant training, such as first aid or safeguarding