In-Home Support Worker for Epilepsy & CP – Cheltenham

Retain Automotive; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Discount cards (Blue light & lifestyle

Referral bonus £250

Training opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Company rewards

Job summary

Retain Healthcare is seeking a passionate Support Worker in Cheltenham to provide high-quality care for an individual with epilepsy and cerebral palsy in their own home. You will assist with daily activities, transport to work, gym and appointments, ensuring safety and dignity at all times.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, excellent communication, safeguarding awareness and ability to work in a 2:1 staffing ratio. Training and support are provided by a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving license and be willing to travel.
• Experience working with Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy.
• Experience observing and responding to self-injury.
• Comfortable working in 2:1 staffing ratios.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with young people.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict situations and manage challenging behaviours effectively.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to person-centred care.
• Proactive approach to managing workload and unit/home operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to an individual in their own home.
• Assist with transport to work, gym and appointments.

Skills

Driving license

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

De-escalation

Teamwork

Proactive workload management

Job description

Retain Healthcare is seeking a passionate Support Worker in Cheltenham to provide high-quality care for an individual with epilepsy and cerebral palsy in their own home. You will assist with daily activities, transport to work, gym and appointments, ensuring safety and dignity at all times.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, excellent communication, safeguarding awareness and ability to work in a 2:1 staffing ratio. Training and support are provided by a dedicated team.