Support Worker
Pay rate: £13-14 per hour (monthly pay)
Shift Pattern: 36 hour Contract
12 hour shifts (8am-8pm & 8pm-8am) - Must be available to work Days and Nights
Requirements: Full UK Driving License is mandatory
Unfortunately, we cannot provide VISA sponsorship and we do not hire on a relocation basis; you must currently be based in/around the Portsmouth area and able to commute.
We've got a rewarding opportunity for the right person to work with an individual living in Portsmouth. He suffers from epilepsy and requires PEG medication and 24-hour support. He loves to go out to day centres, being in the community, and is extremely playful.
If you are resilient, reliable, empathetic, and looking for a role that truly makes a difference in someone else's life, then we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
* Support with all facets of daily living.
* Using hoists for transfers.
* Administering PEG medication.
* Fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
* Ensuring the individual's safety and well-being at all times.
* Communicating effectively with the individual and other team members.
* Maintaining confidentiality and respecting privacy.
* Adhering to care plans and guidelines provided.
* Aiding with light household chores, which may include cooking and cleaning.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Ability to effectively communicate with individuals requiring care.
* Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
* Empathy, patience, and compassion when interacting with individuals in need of support.
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet varying care needs.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
* Willingness to undergo additional training and development as required.
Benefits
* Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website with special offers from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, and travel companies.
* Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and money back for optical and dental care.
* Access to blue light discount scheme.
* Attractive holiday entitlement.
* Opportunity to obtain NVQs in Health and Social Care.
* Progression opportunities within the organisation.
* Ongoing training and development.
* Pension enrolment.
* A great Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500 through our rewards scheme when you refer a friend or family member.
About Team Brain Injury
We are a leading healthcare provider in the UK and a CQC registered business, founded in 2006, with more than 80 employees who are part of the Bespoke family. The business is at an exciting stage in its journey and is growing rapidly. We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are individual-centred, and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients access new experiences. Our areas of expertise include: Learning Disabilities & Autism, Spinal Injuries, Physical Disabilities, Brain Injuries, Mental Health Conditions, and Children's Services. We offer great opportunities for our support workers to join a dedicated care team in a supportive and friendly environment, with plenty of scope for development and progression.
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