Permanent Support Worker

TipTopJob; Horsham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Workplace pension

Induction and training

Job summary

Head First recruits on behalf of clients and successful candidates will be employed directly by the client. A compassionate, reliable Support Worker is needed in Horsham to help a male client with cerebral palsy at his family home.

The role is permanent, 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3:00 pm–9:00 pm, with a salary of £16.78 per hour (approx £26,200 per year). Training is provided and support is available from a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience in care is desirable but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Personal care support.
• Mobility assistance.
• Supporting daily routines.
• Accompanying the client on social and community activities.
• Promoting independence and choice.
• Supporting meaningful activities and hobbies.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Professional

Good communication

Full UK driving licence

Enhanced DBS check

Care experience

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Location : Horsham, West Sussex

Salary : A GBP 16.78 per hour (Equivalent annual salary of approximately A GBP 26,200 per annum based on a 30:hour working week)

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (Monday to Friday 3:00 pm to 9:00pm) 30 Hours per week)

Do you want the opportunity to broaden your knowledge of brain injury and complex care support? Are you passionate about helping others maximise their independence and quality of life?

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable and motivated Permanent Support Worker to join an established team supporting a male client living with cerebral palsy in his family home in Horsham. This is a permanent employed role with guaranteed contracted hours of 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Our client enjoys good conversation, social outings, football, meeting new people and gaming on his PlayStation. He uses a wheelchair in the community but can walk short distances with support and a walking aid.

About The Role

You will provide day:to:day support that promotes independence, wellbeing and community participation. Responsibilities include:

• Personal care support
• Mobility assistance
• Supporting daily routines
• Accompanying the client on social and community activities
• Promoting independence and choice
• Supporting meaningful activities and hobbies

This role offers the opportunity to build a consistent working relationship with the client and join a dedicated, supportive team.

What We Offer

• Permanent contract of employment
• Guaranteed contracted hours
• Paid annual leave
• Workplace pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• All mandatory and brain injury specific training provided
• Regular supervision and appraisal
• Clinical and multidisciplinary team support

  What Were Looking For

  • Caring, reliable and professional approach
  • Experience in care is desirable but not essential
  • Confidence supporting personal care
  • Good communication skills
  • Full UK driving licence (the role includes driving an automatic vehicle)
  • Enhanced DBS check (funded if required)
  • Right to work in the UK

  About Head First

  Head First provides specialist support and case management services for individuals with complex neurological conditions and injuries. Head First recruits on behalf of clients and successful candidates will be employed directly by the client.

  If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Head First, please do not hesitate .