Complex Care Support Worker

NHS; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Support Worker in Chippenham to assist a lady with complex clinical needs, including cerebral palsy and epilepsy. The ideal candidate should have experience in support work, strong communication skills, and a compassionate nature. Responsibilities include aiding with daily routines, administering medication, and providing emotional support. Competitive pay and benefits are offered in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Access to wellness and financial support

Exclusive discounts at retailers

Gym membership discounts

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Experience in support work and managing complex needs.
• Ability to build relationships through clear communication.
• A genuine passion for care and making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personalised routines, including hoists.
• Support with daily living activities like hygiene.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate care records.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate, patient, empathetic nature

Experience in complex care

Reliability and flexibility

Job description

We're offering an exciting opportunity for a support worker to work alongside our client with complex needs in Chippenham, Wiltshire. You'll be supporting a lady in her 20s who, due to a brain injury, has complex clinical needs, including cerebral palsy, epilepsy and learning difficulties. We're looking for someone with experience in support work and the ability to build a strong, supportive relationship through clear communication and empathy.

Main duties of the job

• Assist with personalised routines, including use of hoists
• Support with daily living activities such as personal hygiene and mobility
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions
• Provide emotional support and companionship
• Maintain accurate care records and report any changes
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members

Working hours and pay

Hours: 24 per week over two days (10:00 – 22:00 with sleep in)
Pay: £15.54/£16.19 per hour weekdays, £16.19 Saturdays per hour & £16.85 per hour Sundays

What we’re looking for

• A genuine passion for care and making a difference
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature
• Reliable, committed, and flexible approach
• Experience in complex care and managing challenging behaviours
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Access to our benefits and communication platform
• Exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers
• Wellness Centre and financial wellbeing support
• Gym membership and healthcare cash plan discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

About us

Libertatem Healthcare Group is a Sonderwell company that specialises in supporting individuals who have experienced personal injury or medical negligence. Our care packages are tailored to each client, with independence and communication at the heart of everything we do. The organisation is rated OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Contact

Please send your application to [e-mail]. For any queries, email the same address.

Compliance

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and may require a Disclosure and Barring Service check.