Join Us
Make a difference. With work that works for you.
Join ila and use your skills, experience and personality to help people live confidently and independently in their own homes.
Whether you offer companionship, household support, transport, gardening, practical skills or professional advice, your time can make a genuine difference to someone’s everyday life.
Opportunities at ila
Do the role that fits you
Opportunities can include:
Companionship and wellbeing
Spend meaningful time with people, provide reassurance and help them stay connected to the people and activities that matter to them.
Home support
Help with light household tasks, laundry, meal preparation, shopping, errands and everyday organisation.
Transport and appointments
Help people get to appointments, social activities, shops and other important places safely and reliably.
Pet and garden support
Provide dog walking, pet care, gardening and general outdoor help.
Practical home help
Use your practical skills to assist with light DIY, home organisation and straightforward household jobs.
Adviser and professional roles
Help individuals and families understand their options, coordinate services and plan confidently for the future.
The opportunities available will vary by location and according to current client needs.
Why work with ila
Meaningful work
Make a visible difference to the quality of someone’s everyday life.
Flexible opportunities
Explore opportunities that can fit around your availability, skills and other commitments.
Genuine relationships
Get to know the people you support and understand what matters to them.
Varied work
Use your existing experience while taking on work suited to your individual strengths.
Local connections
Support people in your community and help them continue enjoying life at home.
Support from ila
You will have a point of contact at ila to help coordinate introductions and provide guidance when needed.
Who are we looking for?
It starts with the right person.
Experience can be valuable, but character matters just as much.
We are interested in people who are:
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Kind, respectful and approachable
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Dependable and punctual
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Comfortable working independently
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Good listeners and clear communicators
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Patient and considerate
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Committed to protecting people’s dignity and independence
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Confident meeting people in their own homes
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Willing to complete the relevant checks for their role
Depending on the opportunity, you may also need:
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A suitable DBS check
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References
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Appropriate insurance
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A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
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Evidence of relevant experience, training or qualifications
The requirements for each opportunity will be clearly explained before you apply.
Independent Working with
ila
Many ila opportunities are offered on a self-employed or freelance basis. This gives you flexibility, but it also means you are responsible for understanding and managing your own tax, National Insurance, insurance and other self-employment obligations.
The employment status, rate of pay, responsibilities and requirements will be clearly stated in each opportunity.
