Bank Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Liphook; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated care team to support an individual with a brain injury in achieving greater independence. This rewarding role involves assisting with daily activities, promoting well-being, and ensuring safety. You'll provide guidance and encouragement in a supportive environment, making a positive impact on his life. The position offers flexible hours, ongoing training, and a chance to work closely with a compassionate team. If you possess effective communication skills and a caring attitude, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Ongoing training & support

5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)

Free DBS check

Pension (subject to qualifying conditions)

Induction and relevant training

Regular supervision and review meetings

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Confident in behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support Karl in maximizing independence with daily activities.
• Assist with shopping, cooking, and cleaning tasks.

Skills

Behaviour Management

De-escalation Techniques

Supporting Adults with Complex Needs

Effective Communication

Patience and Understanding

Job description

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Location: Liphook, Hampshire

Days & Hours: Bank hours available, including days, nights, and weekends. Some shifts could be 24 hours in length to include a sleeping night. Flexibility to cover additional hours for team absences is preferred.

Pay:

1. Pay Rate 1: £13.53, Monday to Friday, Days, 7am – 10pm
2. Pay Rate 2: £15.29, Weekends and Bank Holiday Days, 7am – 10pm
3. Pay Rate 3: National Living Wage (currently £11.44 per hour for workers aged 21 and over), sleeping nights, 10pm – 7am
4. Pay Rate 4: £15.29, Waking Nights, 10pm – 7am

Driver required? Essential

Driving clients' car? Yes, our client’s vehicle, automatic

Using own vehicle for work purposes? Yes, on duty and for attending training

Essential: Supporting adults with complex emotional, behavioural, and attachment needs. Confident with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.

Desirable: Experience working with adults with trauma and an interest in therapy

Family: Client has a supportive family

Accommodation (while on duty): Large bungalow with staff bedroom

Interviews: Rolling basis. Apply promptly as the advert closes when sufficient applications are received.

Start Date: ASAP (subject to employment checks)

Karl, born in [year], lives in his own home. He enjoys gardening, shopping, going to the gym, and family time.

You will join a small care team, working under the direction of the Case Manager to ensure Karl receives necessary care. Karl sustained a brain injury in [year], resulting in cognitive impairments such as motivation, memory, and fatigue issues. He also has Diabetes Insipidus, requiring medication and fluid intake monitoring. Support workers currently support him 7 days a week, including 7 sleeping nights.

The main purpose of this role is to support Karl in maximizing independence with daily activities, providing prompting and guidance to keep him safe, and encouraging leisure pursuits. Tasks include working within his home, assisting with shopping, cooking, and cleaning. Karl is mobile with 2:1 care support.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on Karl’s life by promoting his physical independence and enjoyment. The role requires effective communication, patience, tact, understanding, warmth, and compassion.

Pay and Benefits:

• £11.44 – £15.29 dependent on shift
• Ongoing training & support
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• Free DBS check
• Pension (subject to qualifying conditions)

We offer:

• Induction and relevant training (including The Care Certificate)
• Regular supervision and review meetings
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR team

Safeguarding: ILS is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. All prospective employees will be assessed during recruitment. The position requires:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
• Satisfactory references, including last employer
• Enhanced DBS check. A conviction does not necessarily prevent employment.