Spinal Injury Support Worker

NHS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking experienced Spinal Injury Support Workers in Cardiff. The role involves assisting clients with personal care, respiratory management, and providing emotional support. Candidates should have experience with spinal injuries and a valid UK driving license. The position offers a zero-hour contract with pay rates starting at £16.25 per hour, depending on the shift.

Benefits

Access to benefits and communication platform

Exclusive discounts at retailers

Access to Wellness Centre

Support with financial wellbeing

Gym membership discounts

Healthcare cash plan discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting clients with spinal injuries is essential.
• Candidates must be caring and compassionate.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care including bathing and dressing.
• Manage respiratory needs and administer medication.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Experience with spinal injuries

Catheter care

Bowel management

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Drive WAV

Job description

Overview

Libertatem Healthcare Group is offering an opportunity for experienced Spinal Injury Support Workers to join their client in Cardiff. The role involves providing care and support to individuals with spinal injuries to help them live independently and with dignity in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Respiratory management (cough assist/suctioning)
• Autonomic Dysreflexia management
• Preparing meals and supporting with nutrition
• Administering medication (training provided)
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Supporting with mobility and physical activities
• Light housekeeping duties

Role Details

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £16.25 per hour on weekdays; £17.25 per hour on Saturdays; £18 per hour on Sundays

Job Type: Zero-hour contract

Shifts: 8am-8pm, 7 days per week. Full-time/part-time hours available. We also have waking and sleeping night shifts available, 8pm-8am, 7 days per week.

About Us

Libertatem Healthcare Group is a provider of care and support services for individuals with personal injuries or medical negligence. We are a registered provider with CIW in Wales and rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission.

Role Overview

We are offering an opportunity for experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Workers to join our client in Cardiff, working on a 2:1 ratio. We are seeking support workers who are confident, empathetic, and capable of building a strong, trusting relationship.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a similar role supporting clients with spinal injuries, catheter care, and bowel management
• A caring and compassionate nature
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A valid UK driving licence essential to drive the WAV during shifts

What We Offer

• Access to our benefits and communication platform
• Exclusive discounts at thousands of recognised retailers
• Access to our Wellness Centre
• Support with financial wellbeing
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Discounts on healthcare cash plans
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, supporting clients with spinal injuries, catheter care, and bowel management is required. A caring and compassionate nature, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. A valid UK driving license is essential to drive the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) during shifts.

Disclosure and Background Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.