Spinal Injury Support Worker

Sonderwell; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Milton Keynes is seeking a Complex Care Support Worker to provide essential support to a young man with complex clinical needs. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, administering medication, and offering emotional support. Ideal candidates will have a genuine passion for care, strong communication skills, and experience in complex care. This position offers up to 48 hours per week, with pay starting at £15.91 per hour during the week.

Benefits

Access to wellness centre

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Gym membership discounts

Exclusive retail discounts

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for care and making a difference.
• Reliable, committed, and flexible approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personalised routines, including use of hoists.
• Support with daily living activities such as personal hygiene and mobility.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate care records and report any changes.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Patience

Flexibility

Experience in complex care

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Team as a Complex Care Support Worker – Make a Real Difference!

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a support worker to work alongside our client with complex needs in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.

Pay: £15.91 per hour Mon-Sat, £17.82 per hour Sundays

Hours: Up to 48 per week (12 hour shift 08:00 – 20:00)

About the Role

You’ll be supporting a young man in his 20s who due to a brain injury has complex clinical needs, including tetraplegia, chest down paralysis, limited hand function and risk of autonomic dysreflexia. We're looking for someone with experience in support work and the ability to build a strong, supportive relationship through clear communication and empathy.

He lives in an adapted bungalow with a 24/7 care team, enjoys the gym, TV/film, music, rugby and has an active social life with family and friends. Your role will be to support him physically and emotionally, helping her live life to the fullest.

What We’re Looking For

Due to the client's needs, we’re seeking a support worker with:

• A genuine passion for care and making a difference
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature
• Reliable, committed, and flexible approach
• Experience in complex care and managing challenging behaviours
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

You’ll need to be confident working independently and collaboratively, with the ability to build a trusting relationship with the client and her family.

Key Responsibilities

• As a support worker, you will:
• Assist with personalised routines, including use of hoists
• Support with daily living activities such as personal hygiene and mobility
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions
• Provide emotional support and companionship
• Maintain accurate care records and report any changes
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members

Why Join Us?

As part of Libertatem Healthcare Group (a Sonderwell company), you’ll be joining a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and promoting independence.

Benefits include:

• Access to our benefits and communication platform
• Exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers
• Wellness Centre and financial wellbeing support
• Gym membership and healthcare cash plan discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

About Libertatem Healthcare

We specialise in supporting individuals who have experienced personal injury or medical negligence. Our care packages are tailored to each client, with independence and communication at the heart of everything we do.

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive, values-driven team, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact:

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The Libertatem Healthcare Group was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence. Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide clients with care and support wherever they are located, our care and support packages put our clients independence at the very centre of everything we do.

The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.