Overview
Support Assistant for Visually Impaired Professionals
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and empathetic Support Assistant to assist professional clients with their daily work and responsibilities.
This is a unique opportunity to provide personalised support that enables our clients to navigate their professional roles successfully. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate, adaptable individual who understands the challenges of sight loss and is enthusiastic about making a real difference.
The position can be part-time or full-time (minimum 18, maximum 30 hours per week, with some flexibility for additional hours as required) and is based in a blended work environment that includes remote work, office visits, and travel.
Responsibilities
- Driving the clients to various work-related sessions and events.
- Providing administrative support, including taking notes and using databases.
- Guiding the clients while they participate in activities, groups, and events.
- Working in accordance with GDPR and policy requirements.
- Assisting with other duties as needed.
- Assist clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering a positive environment.
- Drive to client locations as required, ensuring timely arrival for scheduled visits.
- Utilise IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes.
Experience
- A full, valid UK driving license, a current MOT certificate, and valid personal insurance that covers Business Use.
- Access to your own reliable vehicle.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the role.
- Willingness to undertake training, such as Sighted Guiding.
- Must have internet access and a mobile phone for remote working.
- A caring attitude and a willingness to learn are essential qualities for success in this position.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.21-£14.06 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Work from home
Language:
- English (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Location:
- Cambridge CB3 0AX (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge CB3 0AX
