Complex Care Support Worker

Enviva Complex Care; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Norfolk is seeking compassionate caregivers for 24-hour shifts supporting a young client with severe epilepsy and learning disabilities. Duties involve personal care, medication administration, and companionship. Successful candidates will receive training and must have a full UK driving license. The company offers a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

DBS paid for

Excellent training program

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience within care is desirable, but full training will be provided.
• Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Tools

Driving license

Job description

Overview

The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, provides care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence. Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Their care and support packages put the client's independence at the very centre of everything they do.

Job responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation and household duties.
• Administer medication via PEG, oral suctioning and monitor health conditions.
• Accompany client in the community.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.
• Two friendly Labradors share the family home, so successful applicants must be comfortable in a household with dogs.

About the client

Our client is a 28-year-old female with severe epilepsy, autism & learning disabilities. She has a gastrostomy, a feeding tube and a PEG for medication. She requires oral suctioning and medication to control seizures. She requires support with toileting, washing and dressing. Her favourite activities include baking, jigsaw puzzles, walks, eating out in pubs and cafes, swimming and going to the beach.

Job details

Location: Norfolk
Hours: 24 hour shifts – 12-hour day 8am-8pm, plus a sleeping night – 8pm-8am, 7 days per week available.
Pay: £14.50 per hour weekdays; £15.50 per hour weekend days, plus sleeping night rate.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience within care desirable, however full training can be provided.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature.
• Awareness of accessibility — knowledge of wheelchair-friendly routes, transport and venues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.

Benefits

• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• DBS paid for.
• Excellent training program.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

About Libertatem

Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence. Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do. The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Disclosures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.