Female Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated Female Support Worker to empower individuals with neurological damage. This role involves providing personalized care in a nurturing environment, focusing on promoting independence and enhancing clients' lifestyles. With a commitment to teamwork and integrity, you will support a young girl with complex needs, ensuring her health and well-being in her home. Join a dedicated team where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of those you care for, while also developing your skills in a rewarding and supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in person-centered care is essential.
• Experience with complex needs is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 support in a family or individual’s home.
• Promote independence and well-being in collaboration with the team.

Skills

Person-centered care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Integrity

Trustworthiness

Education

Healthcare experience

Enhanced DBS clearance

Job description

Job Description for Support Worker at Northern Case Management

Join our team at Northern Case Management, where we balance client advocacy and accountability to empower rehabilitation in a nurturing and professional environment.

Note: We are NOT able to offer sponsorship for this role. Candidates requiring a certificate of sponsorship cannot be considered.

We are seeking an experienced *Female Support Worker to support individuals with acquired neurological damage, brain and spinal cord injuries, in a domiciliary setting. Our mission is to empower clients to reach their full potential and enrich their lifestyles through a comprehensive, client-focused service.

Note: Due to a genuine occupational requirement, this role is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9, and we are recruiting females only.

We support a young girl who has a brain injury at birth. She is highly dependent, requiring full assistance with personal care and daily activities. She has a gastrostomy, a permanent tracheostomy needing regular suctioning, and controlled epilepsy. She attends specialist education and enjoys community outings in her adapted vehicle. She lives with her family in Cheshire, with plans to move to her forever home and share custody with her parents, requiring support at two locations.

The care package involves a 24-hour plan with a 2:1 ratio during the day and a 1:1 wake carer at night, with a current team of 8 members.

What You'll Be Working:

• Day shifts
• 24 hours per week
• Two 12-hour shifts: 8am-8pm

What You'll Be Doing:

You will cover all hours (24/7) in rotation, including holidays and sickness periods. Motivated and enthusiastic females committed to promoting independence are required. You will develop your skills while delivering care in a family or individual’s home, supporting health and well-being in collaboration with the team.

The role requires independence, teamwork, reliability, integrity, and trustworthiness.

What You'll Have:

• A genuine interest in person-centered care
• Previous healthcare experience with complex needs (desirable but not essential; training provided)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to undergo)

About Northern Case Management

Established in 1997, NCM supports individuals with neurological damage, helping them develop potential and enrich lifestyles through tailored, client-focused services in their own homes. We work closely with clients and families to provide personalized support.