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2 March 2026692 views

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Buddy Support Worker - Travel & Safety Escort
Location: SW15 area and surrounding locations
Job Type: Part-Time (Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays + occasional weekends)
Pay: From £12.73 per hour (dependent on experience)
Are you a reliable, caring individual with a passion for supporting others to live independently? We’re looking for a Buddy Support Worker to join our team and provide safe travel escorts for a client between their home, workplace, and family home across the SW15 area.
What you’ll do:
Escort the client from their home to work at nominated times (varies between 11am or 1pm starts) on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and collect them at the end of the day.
On Fridays: Escort the client from their home/work to their family home at the agreed time, ensuring safe arrival.
On Mondays: Pick up the client from their family home and escort them back to their main home at the nominated time.
Provide occasional additional travel escorts on weekends (as required) at agreed times, ensuring safe return.
Prioritise the client’s safety and wellbeing throughout all journeys, using public transport or walking routes (as agreed).
Offer friendly, respectful support to help the client feel confident and comfortable while travelling.
Communicate clearly with the client’s family and support team to update them on journeys and any concerns.
What we’re looking for:
Excellent communication skills and a calm, patient approach.
Reliability and punctuality – you’ll be a key part of the client’s daily routine, especially with varying start times and weekly travel between homes and work.
Knowledge of local travel routes in the SW15 area and surrounding locations (or willingness to learn quickly).
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the client’s independence.
Previous experience in support work, care, or a similar role is preferred but not essential – full training will be provided.
Enhanced DBS check required
What we offer:
Pay starting from £12.73 per hour.
Set part-time days (Wed-Fri + Monday pick-ups) with varying start times (11am or 1pm) and occasional weekend work around clients schedule.
The chance to make a real, positive difference in someone’s daily life.
A friendly, inclusive working environment.
If you’re ready to be a trusted support system for someone who values your help, we’d love to hear from you!


We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: On the road

  • Experience
    Required
  • Employment
    Part-time
  • Schedule
    Varied
  • Salary
    £12.73 – £14.85 hourly
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

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