N14 Brain Injury Support Worker

Snap Care; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A personal care service provider seeks an experienced female Support Worker / PA in North London. You’ll support Holly, a 21-year-old with cerebral palsy, in her daily life and social activities. Key responsibilities include personal care and manual handling. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, with excellent communication skills, and must commit to at least 12 months. Competitive salary and a rewarding work environment are offered.

Benefits

Ongoing supervision

Part of a supportive training team

Comfortable accommodation while on shift

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with physical disabilities.
• Availability to travel abroad is essential.
• Female applicants only.

Responsibilities

• Provide full practical support with personal care and manual handling.
• Engage with Holly in an outgoing, fun manner.
• Assist with activities like tutoring and social events.

Skills

Confident swimmer

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Support Worker / PA, North London, N14. A wonderful opportunity to join Holly, a 21-year-old with a love for travel and the arts, and her support team. 24-hour shifts. Salary: £369.52 - £404.56 gross per shift.

• Nearest Station: Southgate
• Salary/Wage: Weekdays £369.52 | Weekends £404.56 | Hourly: Weekdays £16.99 | Weekends £19.18 | Nights £12.21. All figures quoted in gross.
• Driving Requirements: Yes, WAV (wheelchair accessible vehicle) automatic drive
• Essential: Confident swimmer, availability to travel abroad, experience working with young people with physical disabilities, female applicants only
• Desirable: PEG feeding, personal care, manual handling
• Start Date: ASAP
• Days & Hours: Shifts typically start at 8am. 1 x 24-hour shift available each week, including some weekends. Rota provided 1 month in advance. Overtime available. Night shift starts at 11pm and finishes at 7am.
• Pets in Home: none
• Accommodation Provided: PA / Support Worker staff room with a comfy bed for use whilst on shift
• Recruiter Contact: Janet [e-mail]

About the Client

Snap Care had the pleasure of meeting Holly when recruiting for her wonderful Team Leader. Holly, 21, is now looking for an additional Support Worker to join her dedicated team. Holly lives independently (10 minutes’ drive from her parents) in her own flat with 24/7 2:1 support. Holly is an exceptional young woman, with a very busy social life. She loves and thrives on interaction with her support staff; engaging with her in an outgoing, fun but gentle manner brings out the very best in Holly. She has dystonic cerebral palsy, is a full-time wheelchair user, and communicates via eye gaze. Although she receives her food and medication via a PEG, Holly loves eating for fun, so trying new foods in different restaurants is a big part of her social calendar!

The Role at a Glance

Holly requires full practical support with all aspects of her ADLs, including personal care and manual handling. Holly’s week is planned and very much led by her, and she is busy. 3 days (Tuesday to Thursday) each week Holly attends Chicken Shed; Monday she has Physiotherapy, followed by online tutoring (Math and English); Friday, SaLT online, and again tutoring. Evenings are typically more relaxed, but if there is an upcoming show or performance Holly will likely be at Chicken Shed rehearsing. Saturdays are typically spent out and about, visiting the zoo, going to food festivals, gigs, etc. Sundays are family time; Holly spends the day with her parents and returns home in the evening. Holly travels abroad up to 7 days at a time with the support team.

This Job Would Suit

An experienced female Support Worker / PA who has a genuine and enthusiastic desire to support young adults with disabilities in fulfilling their life goals. Teamwork will come naturally, with excellent communication and organizational skills. This is a permanent position; you should be able to commit to a minimum of 12 months. Consistency is key for Holly.

Why You’ll Love This Role

The successful candidate will receive ongoing supervision and be part of a team that focuses on training and high standards. Holly has great self-determination and a wonderful personality; working with her is highly rewarding.

Recruitment Process

This vacancy is being managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. We will review all applications and verify the essential criteria before passing suitable CVs and contact details to our client/case manager, who will continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client.

Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.

Equality Act: If a specific gender is required, this is a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.