Suffolk Independent Living

29/01/2026

VACANCY: Companion (*Male) required in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Closing Date: 20/02/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5231
13 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £13.55
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Caring and understanding companion required for a 44-year-old autistic man living in Red Lodge, near Bury St Edmunds. The position will be primarily located in the home, for example preparing breakfast, but will also involve companion duties outside the home. The focus of the position is to help support the cared for within a companion capacity to help with his hobbies and being active in the community. This is a fantastic and rewarding opportunity to support this man’s wellbeing through enjoying his interests in the wider community.
The candidate will report to the employer, a friend of the supported. Hours will take place for 4hrs per day between Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, with an additional hour on one day.

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22/01/2026

VACANCY: Support Worker required in Lowestoft, Suffolk
Closing Date: 13/02/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5230
4 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £12.49
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I’m a 6-year-old boy looking for a patient, kind and nurturing Support worker to me help me go to clubs and out in the community so my parents can spend time with my sibling. My mummy, daddy and big brother are very important to me. I have a pet hamster; I love going out in my buggy and listening to music. I’m very shy of new people at first but once you’ve gained my trust, I will become attached. I can be cheeky and very loving, but I can also be unpredictable and become dysregulated very quickly. I’m routine driven and need clear short-spoken language. Please note my parents smoke but not in the house. You will be responsible to my mum and dad.

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21/01/2026

VACANCY: Care and Support Worker required in Wetherden, near Stowmarket, Suffolk
Closing Date: 06/02/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5229
5 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £13.88
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J is ten years old, he is a happy sociable little boy. He sleeps and eats well. He enjoys lots of things but especially water, music, singing and clapping. J has Pitt Hopkins Syndrome. He cannot walk or talk but he communicates his needs in his own way once you get to know him and he bum shuffles to great effect.
J lives with his parents, three older siblings and family pet (a Jack Russell named Rocco) in the family home in Wetherden near Stowmarket.
Most of the work will take place in our family home but also on family days out with J.
J needs help eating, washing and toileting. Occasionally he gets distressed on family days out and would need his Carer to help comfort or distract him. Having a Carer for J will allow the family to spend more time together.
J requires help with transfers. J is a wheelchair user, but the Carer does not need to have a wheelchair car as we will provide transport for J.
The successful candidate will be responsible to J’s parents. In the course of the work the Carer will have access to sensitive and confidential information. This should not be discussed outside of work unless disclosure is in the best interests of J or his siblings i.e. due to a safeguarding issue.

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20/01/2026

VACANCY: Support Worker required in Sudbury, Suffolk
Closing Date: 06/02/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5228
5 hours per week during term time
8 hours per week during school holidays
Hourly rate: £12.21
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We are non-verbal and have Autism Spectrum Disorder. We are active, energetic kids who love sensory activities and to be kept busy! We live at home with our mum, dad and older siblings. We are looking for someone who can help with our day-to-day activities and to have 1:1 time with us as individuals, promoting our independence and accessing the community to do things we enjoy. We are looking for someone who is kind, patient, caring, energetic and understanding of our uniqueness.


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20/01/2026

VACANCY: Support Worker/Companion required in Ipswich, Suffolk
Closing Date: 13/02/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5227
Up to 10 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £12.80
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I’m a young man that lives with my parents. I’m active and interested in a variety of activities from football to arts and crafts. I like to go out to the cinema, gym, swimming, bowling and socialising with friends. I need someone to help me with organisation, planning and developing my independence with everything, from handling cash to cooking. I need assistance to progress towards my long-term dream of independence within a supported living environment, while still living a normal life. I do not need any help with personal care, and ideally want to have someone that mainly supports me out in the community with a fun and creative activities rather than remain in my family home all the time. I find it difficult to organise gatherings with my friends to actually make it happen. The support you could offer me will be very individual to your own skills set, as I’m looking for someone to inspire me to try new things.

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16/01/2026

VACANCY: Personal Assistant required in Felixstowe, Suffolk
Closing Date: 06/02/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5225
15.5 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £12.50
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I am a lady who lives alone in a bungalow. My family are very important to me and I enjoy experiencing new things. I have 2 cats and a parrot, so I’d like someone who is happy to work around animals. I am looking for a friendly personal assistant to help with housework and occasionally accompany me to appointments. The ideal candidate would be empathetic and outgoing, who is also able to self-motivate in the role. Attitude and approach is more important to me than past experience. Please be aware we are a non-smoking household.

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12/01/2026

VACANCY: Personal Assistant required in Elmswell, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Closing Date: 30/01/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5224
Fixed term position
12 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £12.21
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I am a sixty-year-old woman who lives in Elmswell. I have been diagnosed with various health conditions which affect my day-to-day life and therefore I am looking for a Personal Assistant who can support me.
Despite this, I am a friendly, chatty and approachable person - I love doing creative things and being out in my garden. I am looking for someone with a similar nature who is empathetic and understanding, as well as pro-active and reliable.

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09/01/2026

VACANCY: Personal Assistant required in Sudbury, Suffolk
Closing Date: 30/01/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5223
Around 8 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £15.00
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I am a 54-year-old single female. I do not have children. I am a survivor of 2 strokes, which I had at 27 and 54. I use an electric wheelchair, but I also have a manual wheelchair.
I am stubbornly independent and like to try things before asking for help.
My hobbies are now unfortunately non existent due to the lack of a driving license, however, I have in the past enjoyed swimming and have been a keen archer.
I attend a Pilates class, I love shopping, enjoy baking if it is for someone else, enjoy going to the cinema and I enjoy eating out. I am happy to do things I like by myself, I just find it hard sometimes, impossible even.
I am a non-smoker/non-drinker, and I have no pets.
My Personal Assistant will be responsible to myself as the employer. I ask that mobile phones are only to be used in emergency situations. No smoking or drinking when supporting me, and a smart casual dress code is required.

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07/01/2026

VACANCY: Support Worker required in Felixstowe, Suffolk
Closing Date: 30/01/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5222
5 hours available per week (plus relief work)
Sleep-in nights and weekends
Hourly rate: £16.00
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We are looking for an active, calm and understanding person to join E’s existing dedicated team of Personal Assistants. It is important that the person joining the team will know when to step back and allow E to explore new opportunities.
E is an active young lady with ASD and challenging behaviour, SPD, PDA and communication issues. An understanding of ASD and its associated difficulties will be required.
E’s mother and sister are her Court Appointed Deputies. You will be employed by E’s mother, but you will mainly report to your Team Leader.
No phone use whilst supporting E in the community or whilst attention and support is required.
No smoking whilst supporting E.


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07/01/2026

VACANCY: Female* Special Needs Support Worker required in Felixstowe, Suffolk
Closing Date: 23/01/2025
Job Ref: SILREF 5220
15-30 hours available per week
Hourly rate: £14.00
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We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Special Needs Support Worker to provide care and support to two children, aged 15 and 12, both with autism. The primary focus will be on the 15-year-old, who also has a learning disability, anxiety, and type 1 diabetes. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing individualized support and care
- Assisting with daily routines and activities
- Managing and monitoring diabetes (training will be provided)
- Promoting emotional well-being and positive behaviour
- Occasionally supporting the 12-year-old sibling with mild autism

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06/01/2026

VACANCY: Support Worker required in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Closing Date: 30/01/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5219
6 hours available per week (during school holidays)
Hourly rate: £14.00
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We are busy parents of 5 children, ranging from 2 to 9 years old. We are looking for someone to provide support to our eldest son (9 years old) during the school holidays, initially this would be in our home then once you get to know him progressing to taking him out on local trips.
Our son is a lively lad with a lot of personality, we are looking for someone who is friendly and proactive, who will be able to connect with him.
He loves going out in the car, this is his favourite thing to do at the moment. He likes watching films (i.e. Toy Story) and making food (i.e. homemade pizzas). He also enjoys watching videos on YouTube such as:
Anything to do to with food (i.e. Greggs or Burger King)
Driving around the countryside
City walks/country walks
London buses
You will be employed by us as his parents, in the first instance you will report to my wife (mother) and if she is not available you would then report to me (father).

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17/12/2025

VACANCY: Female* Personal Assistant required in Costessey, Norwich
Closing Date: 02/01/2025
Job Ref: SILREF 5218
30 hours available per week
10 hour waking night shifts
Hourly rate: £15.43
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I am a young lady with full mental capacity and multiple complex care conditions. Some of which include high functioning Autism, seizures, and a physical disability. I live in a smoke free environment at home with my family. I have a clean and well-equipped living space. I need someone who is happy to work alone as well as a part of a team. Although there is always someone on hand if needed. Someone with a care background and experience is preferred. However, you will need to have patience and happy to work on and off the floor. Regular specialist training and shadow shifts will take place. You will have access to relevant medical records as and when it is required. Therefore, being mindful of data protection is crucial.

Despite having complex care needs I am a positive person with plenty of personal interests in which I would need assistance to do them. As well as being open to learn new things and welcome some of your own interests. As building a rapport is crucial as we will be spending a lot of time together and need to be comfortable in each other’s company. It is essential that you are happy to work in close proximity with a large golden retriever who gives seizure alerts. I have also got other well-loved pets which is a part of my everyday life.

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