Female Support Worker at NSS PLUS LTD

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Benefits offered by this job

Food/drink shift allowance

Partial mileage coverage

Liability insurance

Job summary

NSS PLUS LTD is seeking a Female Support Worker in Peterborough to assist a paraplegic client with daily tasks and community activities. The role requires at least 6 months of UK-based experience and a full UK driving licence. The position offers flexibility in hours and the opportunity to work with clinical professionals. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate fluently in English. Training and support provided.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of UK-based support worker experience within the last 3 years.
• A full, clean UK Driving Licence and access to a car for work.
• Willingness to work on a self-employed basis.
• CV must highlight relevant experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist a paraplegic client with medical appointments.
• Help with domestic activities and personal independence.
• Support client in community outings and social activities.

Skills

UK-based support worker experience

Fluent English

Organizational skills

IT literacy (Word/Excel)

Education

Background in Psychology

Job description

Job Title: Female Support Worker

Agency: NSS PLUS LTD

Location: PE3, Walton, Peterborough

Salary/Rate: £12.50 – £14.00 per hour (DOE)

Job Type: Self-Employed / Flexible (Full-time, Part-time, Ad-hoc)

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 10-15 hours per week, weekdays – likely 2 to 3 visits per week, ideally Monday, Wednesday & Friday

NSS PLUS LTD (NeuroSupport Services) is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI) regain independence and improve their quality of life. We are currently seeking professional Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Peterborough.

Role

Our client is a 42-year-old female who is paraplegic and lives with her family. The support worker will assist the client with the following activities:

• Driving to and from medical and rehabilitation appointments, such as driving lessons, physiotherapy, and hydrotherapy.
• Completing home exercises, such as standing in a frame, using a leg cycle, and plinth-based exercises and stretches.
• Helping the client in getting into and out of her car and accompany her into the community for social and leisure purposes.
• Domestic activities of daily living, such as meal preparation.
• Resuming hobbies; the client would like to try hand‑cycling but lacks the confidence to attend.
• Possibly supporting the client to walk her dog.

Mandatory Requirements

• UK Experience: At least 6 months of UK-based support worker experience (within the last 3 years).
• Licence: A full, clean UK Driving Licence and access to a car for work use.
• Status: Applicants must be willing to work on a self‑employed basis.
• CV: Your CV must clearly highlight your relevant experience and qualifications.
• Communication: Clear, fluent English is essential.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience in Brain Injury (ABI/TBI), stroke, dementia or aphasia is highly advantageous.
• Background in Psychology (Graduates encouraged to apply) or as a Therapy Assistant, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Worker.
• Ability to work on your own initiative while being a key part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
• Strong organizational skills and basic IT literacy (Word/Excel).

Why Join Us?

• Allowances: Food/drink shift allowance plus partial mileage and travel time coverage.
• Training: Access to full yearly mandatory online training.
• Support: Liability insurance provided.
• Growth: Gain valuable experience working alongside clinical professionals (OTs, Psychologists).
• Flexibility: Work patterns designed to suit your lifestyle.

All successful candidates will be subject to a Full Enhanced DBS check.

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online.