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VACANCY: Personal Support Carer for Non-Speaking Child with Additional Needs required in Suffolk nr StowmarketClosing Da...
08/06/2026

VACANCY: Personal Support Carer for Non-Speaking Child with Additional Needs required in Suffolk nr Stowmarket
Closing Date: 22/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5275
2x 4-hour sessions per month term time and up to 10 hours available per week in school holidays
Hourly rate: £15.00
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We are looking for a kind, patient and intuitive carer to support our young son, J, who has additional needs. This role is all about building trust and connection. Support will initially be home-based and focused on play, sensory activities and shared routines. As J gets to know his carer and feels safe, this may gradually develop to include short outings.
If you’re someone who values kindness, connection and child-led support, we’d love to hear from you. Please send a short paragraph about why the role appeals to you and your availability.

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VACANCY: Support Worker required in Bures, SuffolkClosing Date: 26/06/2026Job Ref: SILREF 527410 hours per weekHourly ra...
05/06/2026

VACANCY: Support Worker required in Bures, Suffolk
Closing Date: 26/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5274
10 hours per week
Hourly rate: £12.71
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Support Workers required in Bures, Suffolk to help assist and provide respite to a 5-year-old boy with autism. The Support Workers will be employed by and will be responsible to the young boy’s parents and will provide a role primarily supporting the parents through offering respite. The role will take place within the young family of four’s household which does include a pet dog. The role will also involve days out and trips with the child to activities, including going on walks and going to parks. The young boy also enjoys going to Air hop and soft play.
The Support Worker as part of the role must be comfortable to have full and responsible supervision of the child at all times, whilst providing personal care where necessary, such as support with eating and ensuring appropriate clothing. The candidate must have a driving license and suitable transport capable of fitting a push chair.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help and support a vulnerable child to enjoy and partake in activities. Please see below how to apply.

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VACANCY: Support Worker required in Bures, SuffolkClosing Date: 26/06/2026Job Ref: SILREF 527310 hours per weekHourly ra...
05/06/2026

VACANCY: Support Worker required in Bures, Suffolk
Closing Date: 26/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5273
10 hours per week
Hourly rate: £12.71
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Support Worker required in Bures, Suffolk to help assist and provide respite to an 10-year-old boy with autism. The Support Worker will be employed by and will be responsible to the young boy’s parents and will provide a role primarily supporting the parents through offering respite. The role will take place within the young family of four’s household which does include a pet dog. The role will also involve days out and trips with the child to activities, including going on walks and going to parks. The young boy loves to head to the shops for days out and likes to name the Isles.
The Support Worker as part of the role must be comfortable to have full and responsible supervision of the child at all times whilst providing personal care where necessary, such as support with eating and ensuring appropriate clothing. The candidate must have a driving license and suitable transport capable of fitting a push chair.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help and support a vulnerable child to enjoy and partake in activities. Please see below how to apply.

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VACANCY: Female* Support Worker required in Beccles, SuffolkClosing Date: 03/07/2026Job Ref: SILREF 52726 hours per week...
05/06/2026

VACANCY: Female* Support Worker required in Beccles, Suffolk
Closing Date: 03/07/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5272
6 hours per weekend
Hourly rate: £13.55
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I am a 53-year-old woman who has MS (Multiple Sclerosis) and Mental Health conditions. When I go out and about, I need a wheelchair to assist with my mobility. I would like a Support Worker to assist me with accessing the community and also supporting me whilst at home.
My Support Worker will need to be patient and have an understanding of how MS can affect me. I can get anxious and frustrated if I am rushed, and this can affect my mood greatly. I would like to employ someone who can lift my mood by getting involved with activities that I enjoy.
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VACANCY: Male* Support Worker required in Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkClosing Date: 19/06/2026Job Ref: SILREF 527120-40 hour...
04/06/2026

VACANCY: Male* Support Worker required in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Closing Date: 19/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5271
20-40 hours per week
Day and Waking night shifts
Hourly rate: £14.34 - £15.41
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I live in my own home and need support with personal care, activities, preparing meals and housekeeping.
I am looking for a trusted companion to support me to improve my confidence, independence, communication, and general wellbeing while keeping me safe and helping me to enjoy life.
I like visiting country parks and cafes, puzzles, and movies, and see my family regularly.
We are looking for a positive, supportive, and proactive individual with experience of caring for people with additional needs.
The successful candidate will be employed by my sister as my budget holder and care manager and will become part of a small support team. Full training will be given through shadowing existing team members.
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VACANCY: Female* Personal Assistant required in Haverhill, SuffolkClosing Date: 19/06/2026Job Ref: SILREF 52702 position...
02/06/2026

VACANCY: Female* Personal Assistant required in Haverhill, Suffolk
Closing Date: 19/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5270
2 positions available - 3 and a half hours per week each
Hourly rate: £14.00
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I am a lady who has mobility problems. I am looking to employ a Personal Care Assistant to support with personal care, to help me with things that I cannot do any more and to improve my quality of life. I have problems with my hands and walking difficulties. I need support to access the local community and around my home. I have two cats so my PCA will need to be happy to work around them.
The main duties may change from time to time, they will include washing and dressing me, applying creams, giving facials, hand massages, pedicures, and foot soaks etc. I also need support washing and drying my hair.
Additionally, in the house, I will need support to make breakfast and drinks, put dishes in the dishwasher and empty the bin.​

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VACANCY: Personal Assistant required in Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkClosing Date: 19/06/2026Job Ref: SILREF 526916 hours per...
02/06/2026

VACANCY: Personal Assistant required in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Closing Date: 19/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5269
16 hours per week
Hourly rate: £14.21
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We are a family of six with a household we try to keep quiet, calm and well regulated. We have four children, our eldest (19, M) has ASD and our youngest (8, M) has Autism, ADHD and PDA. This role specifically involves supporting our two middle children: our 12-year-old daughter who has ASD and learning difficulties and our 10-year-old son who has AuDHD and learning difficulties. We are a home of animal lovers with five cats, so a PA who is comfortable around pets is essential! As parents, we value a gentle, patient approach and are looking for someone who can slot into our routine and provide a stable, supportive presence for our children.
The successful candidate will be directly responsible to us as parents. We expect a high standard of professional conduct, characterised by patience, reliability and absolute discretion. Regarding privacy, we have a strict confidentiality policy, no information, photos or videos regarding the children or our household are to be shared on social media or with third parties

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Vacancy: Night Carer required in Swardeston, NorfolkClosing Date: OngoingJob Ref: SILREF 5268Up to 24 hours per weekHour...
02/06/2026

Vacancy: Night Carer required in Swardeston, Norfolk
Closing Date: Ongoing
Job Ref: SILREF 5268
Up to 24 hours per week
Hourly rate: £13.99
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​I am a very happy and cheeky 7-year-old boy who lives with my family and buddy dog called Charlie. I have a brother and sister who are very important to me. I love to play with musical toys, and you can tell when I am having fun as I like to make high pitched noises when I’m excited! I also love being outside, especially going to the zoo! I’m looking for a support worker to help take care of my daily needs and to support my development. You will need to be able to drive my family’s wheelchair accessible van. While previous experience would be desirable, all training will be provided.


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VACANCY: Personal Assistant required in Felixstowe, SuffolkClosing Date: 12/06/2026Job Ref: SILREF 5266Relief cover for ...
28/05/2026

VACANCY: Personal Assistant required in Felixstowe, Suffolk
Closing Date: 12/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5266
Relief cover for holiday and sickness
Hourly rate: £13.34
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Hello there – I am seeking a Personal Assistant to help me enhance my quality of life here in Felixstowe. I am a quirky, happy lady. I have some different health issues that affect my day-to-day life and mobility and therefore, I use a wheelchair on all outings and require support with some personal care.
I am looking to employ a Personal Assistant who will have the flexibility and resourcefulness to be able to help whether I am having a good or bad day.
Overall, I like spending time with people, and my PA will enjoy supporting me to carry out various tasks in my home. You might also be required to support me on outings when my other Personal Assistant is unavailable.

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VACANCY: Female* Personal Assistant required in Rushmere St Andrew, Ipswich, SuffolkClosing Date: 16/06/2026Job Ref: SIL...
19/05/2026

VACANCY: Female* Personal Assistant required in Rushmere St Andrew, Ipswich, Suffolk
Closing Date: 16/06/2026
Job Ref: SILREF 5264
Up to 5 hours per week
Hourly rate: £14.00
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I am a 13-year-old girl who loves travelling, music, dance and swimming. Swimming is my favourite activity! I would love for someone to take me out swimming and doing other fun activities as well as spending time with me.
I use PECS which is a communication system interpreted through pictures as my communication is poor. However, I am able to understand simple sentences.
I do not like vacuum cleaners and feel scared when I see one which can upset me and cause me to have a bad day.
You will be working in a pet and smoke free environment.

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