Spinal Injury Support Worker - Night Shifts

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

Job summary

A health support company is seeking a Spinal Injury Support Worker to join their team in Cardiff. The role involves assisting clients with spinal injuries during night shifts, providing personal care and emotional support. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and a compassionate nature. Offering flexible shifts, this position supports independence and quality of life for clients.

Benefits

Discounts on gym memberships

Access to Wellness Centre

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting clients with spinal injuries.
• Ability to assist with personal care and catheter management.
• Valid UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including washing and dressing.
• Manage catheter care and bowel management.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Spinal Injury Support Worker - Night Shifts

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £17.50 per hour on weeknight shifts, £17.25 per hour Saturdays, £18 per hour Sundays.
Shifts: 8pm-8am, 7 days per week. Full time/part time hours available. We also have sleeping night shifts available (8pm-8am) seven days per week, plus day shifts (8am-8pm) seven days per week.

Job Type: Zero-hour contract

Overview

We are offering an opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Worker to join our 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. We are seeking support workers who are confident, empathetic, and capable of building a strong, trusting relationship to support independence and quality of life.

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 mobility and physical activities
• Light housekeeping duties

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 recognised retailers
• Access to our Wellness Centre
• Support with financial wellbeing
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Discounts on healthcare cash plans
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)