Female Support Worker

Independent Living Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support care provider in England seeks a part-time support worker for 21 hours per week in Eastleigh. The role involves providing care and support to an individual with brain injury, ensuring their safety and independence while adapting to their needs. Applicants should have experience and a caring demeanor. Ongoing training, leave benefits, and DBS checks are included. Typical shifts run 7.30am-2.30pm and 2.00pm-9.00pm, with flexibility for bank shifts.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

5.6 weeks of annual leave pro rata

Free DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults who have brain injuries.
• Ability to adapt approaches based on individual needs.
• Basic IT skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care to the client, ensuring safety.
• Facilitate the client's independence and manage medication.
• Work with a psychologist to monitor and adjust care plans.

Skills

Experience with adults with brain injury

Ability to respond to physically challenging behaviour

Patient and empathetic communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in care (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Location : Eastleigh

Part-time permanent support worker role with 21 hours per week, plus bank shifts to cover absences. Typical shifts are 7 hours long; timings are 7.30am-2.30pm and 2.00pm-9.00pm, Monday to Sunday. Pay: Weekdays £15.74 per hour; Weekends £18.08 per hour.

Interviews will take place in January 2026. Start date: ASAP (subject to satisfactory employment checks).

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care to Corina, ensuring safety and physical wellbeing.
• Facilitate Corina’s independence using approaches tailored to her personality and mental health needs, alongside her medication.
• Assist with weekly hydrotherapy in the future.
• Collaborate with a psychologist to establish and monitor the approach needed to meet Corina’s needs, maintain consistency, minimise agitation, and respond effectively to prevent anxiety and extreme behaviour escalation.
• Work as part of the team to maintain stability for Corina within her home; participate in team meetings and communication through the Team Leader.
• Maintain a patient, empathetic, calm, and compassionate approach when engaging with Corina, including when communication challenges arise.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential: Experience in working with adults with brain injury who can present with physically challenging behaviour.

Desirable: NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in care, basic IT skills, and an interest in therapy.

Requirements & Working Details

• Location: Eastleigh.
• Shifts: typical 7 hours; 7.30am-2.30pm and 2.00pm-9.00pm; Monday–Sunday.
• Bank shifts to cover absences of current team.
• Driving: Desirable; Client uses a VW Transporter Wheelchair Adapted Van (manual). Support will be provided using own vehicle for work purposes? Yes, on duty and to attend meetings/training.
• Essential checks: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK; satisfactory references (including last employer); enhanced DBS certificate.
• Police checks and safeguarding commitments apply to all staff; equality of opportunity is promoted.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support provided; 5.6 weeks of annual leave pro rata; Free DBS check; Pension (subject to qualifying status). Induction and relevant training opportunities (including The Care Certificate); regular clinical supervision/review meetings; ongoing support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR department.