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Mosaic 1898; Brighton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid training

2:1 support model

Positive and supportive team

Job summary

Mosaic 1898 are seeking a reliable, compassionate Support Worker / Personal Assistant to help a 41-year-old gentleman with a C4/C5 spinal cord injury living in his own home in Brighton. You will join a small, 24-hour, 2:1 team to assist with daily living, mobility, personal care, travel and work commitments.

No previous care experience is essential as full training will be provided. Empathy, dignity and independence are crucial, with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is beneficial, however not essential as full training will be provided.
• Ability to promote dignity and independence for the individual.
• Empathy and emotional intelligence are crucial to supporting the client.
• A caring attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and daily living support
• Supporting travel, work and social activities
• Working as part of a 2:1 support team at all times
• Providing care within the individual's home and community

Skills

Empathy

Emotional intelligence

Caring attitude

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Job description

Support Worker / Personal Assistant – Permanent Position

Mosaic 1898 are seeking a reliable, compassionate, and trustworthy individual to support a 41-year-old gentleman with a C4/C5 spinal cord injury, living independently in his own home. You would be joining a small, friendly team already providing 24-hour, 2:1 support full time.

The role involves assisting with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, mobility, travel, and work commitments. The individual has a high-level spinal cord injury following a sporting accident, but lives a very active and varied life.

Your day-to-day can vary, from attending charity events in London, to quieter days at home. Regular involvement with his charity supporting young people seriously injured through sport is a significant part of his routine. No day is the same and the ability to adapt to each day is essential.

Previous care experience is beneficial, however not essential as full training will be provided for the right person. What matters most is the ability to have empathy, emotional intelligence for his situation, those around him and be able to promote dignity and independence. A caring attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn is crucial.

Your key responsibilities will consist of, but are not limited to the below:-

Key Responsibilities

• Personal care and daily living support
• Supporting travel, work, and social activities
• Working as part of a 2:1 support team at all times
• Providing care within the individual’s home and community

What we offer

• 2 × 14-hour day shifts per week
• Potential to increase hours
• Fully paid, hands-on training
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life
• An interesting and varied career

Pay Rates

• Day shifts (08:00 – 22:00): £14.52 per hour
• Sleeping nights (22:00 – 08:00): £12.71 per hour
• Shadowing - Paid in line with current national minimum wage

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