Spinal Injury Support Worker - Night Shifts

Sonderwell; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cardiff seeks a compassionate Spinal Injury Support Worker. You will assist clients with personal care, mobility, and emotional support while working in a supportive team. Full-time/part-time shifts are available, offering competitive rates based on shifts worked. Candidates should have experience in a similar role and a valid UK driving license.

Benefits

Access to benefits communication platform

Exclusive discounts at retailers

Access to Wellness Centre

Discounts on gym memberships

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in supporting clients with spinal injury.
• A valid UK driving license essential for driving during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Prepare meals and manage nutrition.

Skills

Experience with spinal injuries

Catheter care

Excellent communication

Compassionate nature

Ability to work independently

Job description

Spinal Injury Support Worker

Location: Cardiff
Salary: £17.50 per hour weeknight shifts, £17.25 per hour Saturdays, £18 per hour Sundays
Job Type: Zero-hour contract
Shifts: 8pm-8am, 7 days per week. Full time/part time hours available.

We also have sleeping night shifts available, 8pm-8am, 7 days per week, plus day shifts 8am-8pm, 7 days per week.

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 Cardiff, working on a 2:1 ratio. One Support Worker will work a waking night shift, with a second team member on a sleeping night shift. 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.

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 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.