Complex Care Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid for

Blue Light Card eligibility

Ongoing professional development

Excellent training programme

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is seeking a compassionate Complex Care Support Worker to assist a young man with Angelman syndrome and complex health needs in his Eastbourne home and community. 20 hours per week, with day and night shifts, at £14.18 per hour.

You will deliver person-centred care, support daily living and community access, monitor seizures, administer medications, and assist with bowel management.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with complex care needs.
• Experience with learning disabilities is desirable.
• Experience in epilepsy/seizure management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support.
• Assist with daily living activities and community access.
• Monitor and respond to seizures; administer medication as required.
• Support bowel management in line with care plan.
• Promote independence and wellbeing; build trust with client and family.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient approach

Flexible availability

Excellent communication

Reliable team player

Passion for quality of life

Tools

Seizure management training

Medication administration

Bowel management including suppositories

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic Complex Care Support Worker to join a dedicated care team supporting a young man with complex health and care needs in his own home and within the community within the Eastbourne area.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support someone who has a vibrant personality and enjoys an active lifestyle. If you are passionate about providing person-centred care and helping individuals live life to the fullest, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Client

Our client is a sociable and engaging young man who has Angelman Syndrome, epilepsy, ataxia, severe learning disabilities and ADHD. Despite his complex needs, he enjoys living an active and fulfilling life and loves spending time out in the community. His favourite activities include swimming, bowling, visiting the arcade, relaxing in cafés while people watching, and listening to music, with a wide and varied musical taste. The successful candidate will also need to be comfortable around pets, as he has a dog which is an important part of his home environment.

Complex Care Support Worker

20 Hours per Week - Eastbourne

£14.18 per hour

Flexible Working Required

Day Shifts: 08:00 – 20:00

Night Shifts: 20:00 – 08:00

Make a Real Difference Every Day

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic Complex Care Support Worker to join a dedicated care team supporting a young man with complex health and care needs in his own home and within the community within the Eastbourne area.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support someone who has a vibrant personality and enjoys an active lifestyle. If you are passionate about providing person-centred care and helping individuals live life to the fullest, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Client

Our client is a sociable and engaging young man who has Angelman Syndrome, epilepsy, ataxia, severe learning disabilities and ADHD. Despite his complex needs, he enjoys living an active and fulfilling life and loves spending time out in the community. His favourite activities include swimming, bowling, visiting the arcade, relaxing in cafés while people watching, and listening to music, with a wide and varied musical taste. The successful candidate will also need to be comfortable around pets, as he has a dog who is an important part of his home environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing high-quality, person-centred support
• Supporting daily living activities and community access
• Monitoring and responding appropriately to seizures
• Administering medication
• Supporting with bowel management, including suppository administration
• Promoting independence, engagement, and wellbeing
• Building a positive and trusting relationship with the client and their family

Essential Experience

To be successful in this role, you should have experience supporting individuals with:

• Complex care needs
• Learning disabilities
• Epilepsy and seizure management

Specialist Training Required

Experience and/or willingness to complete training in:

• Seizure management, including rescue medication administration
• Medication administration
• Bowel management (including suppositories)

What We're Looking For

• Compassionate and patient approach
• Flexible availability to work both day and night shifts
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliable and committed team player
• Passion for supporting individuals to achieve the best quality of life possible

Benefits

Supportive and friendly working environment

Excellent training programme

DBS paid for

Blue Light Card eligibility

Ongoing professional development

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage.

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