Spinal Injury Support Worker - Night Shifts

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Birmingham seeks dedicated Spinal Injury Support Workers for night shifts to deliver exceptional care to individuals with spinal injuries. The role involves personal care, respiratory management, and emotional support, requiring excellent communication skills and compassion. Candidates must have experience supporting spinal injury clients and a valid UK driving license for transport needs. Join a supportive team focused on helping clients live independently with dignity.

Benefits

Access to benefits platform

Exclusive retail discounts

Wellness Centre access

Financial wellbeing support

Discounts on gym memberships

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, supporting clients with spinal injuries, catheter care, and bowel management is required.
• A valid UK driving license is needed to drive the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting).
• Provide respiratory management (cough assist/suctioning).
• Administer medication (training provided).
• Support clients with mobility and physical activities.

Skills

Caring and compassionate nature

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with spinal injuries

Job description

Spinal Injury Support Worker - Night Shifts

This is an opportunity for experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Workers to join the Libertatem Healthcare Group in Birmingham. The role involves providing exceptional care and support to individuals with spinal injuries, helping them live independently and with dignity in their own homes. The successful candidate will work as part of a 2:1 ratio team, responsible for a range of duties including personal care, catheter and bowel management, respiratory support, and emotional/social support.

Main duties of the job

As a Spinal Injury Support Worker, you will be responsible for assisting clients with personal care, catheter and bowel management, respiratory support, medication administration, meal preparation, and supporting with physical activities and mobility. You will also provide emotional support and companionship to help clients maintain their independence and quality of life. The role requires excellent communication skills, a caring and compassionate nature, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

About us

Libertatem Healthcare Group is a provider of exceptional care and support services for individuals who have sustained personal injuries or suffered from medical negligence. The organization operates nationally and is committed to helping clients live independently and with dignity in their own homes. Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Job responsibilities

Spinal Injury Support Worker

Location:Birmingham Job Type: Zero-hour contract - Set shifts OR Bank options available. Shifts: 12 hour night shifts, 7 days per week.

Day shifts also available.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Spinal Injury Support Worker

Location:Birmingham Job Type: Zero-hour contract - Set shifts OR Bank options available. Shifts: 12 hour night shifts, 7 days per week.

Day shifts also available.

About Us: At Libertatem, we believe in providing exceptional care that makes a real difference in people’s lives. We are a friendly, supportive team dedicated to helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes.

Role Overview: We are offering an opportunity for experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Workers to join our new client in Birmingham, working on a 2:1 ratio. To support their independence and lifestyle, we’re seeking support workers who are confident, empathetic, and capable of building a strong, trusting relationship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Catheter Care & Bowel Management
• 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

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience within a similar role, supporting clients with Spinal Injury, 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 essential.

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)

#libertatem Libertatem Healthcare 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 your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, supporting clients with spinal injuries, catheter care, and bowel management is required. A valid UK driving license is also essential to drive the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) during shifts.

Disclosure and Barring Service 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.