Support Worker

VIRAL LAB; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is looking for a dedicated Support Worker to provide exceptional care to a bright young individual with cerebral palsy. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with the client and their family to ensure high standards of care and support. Your excellent communication skills will be essential as you help the client express their needs and preferences. This position offers flexibility with day and night shifts, along with competitive pay rates and additional benefits for bank holidays. If you are compassionate and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Market leading pay rate

Flexible shift pattern

Paid time and a half on bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with clients having physical and communication difficulties.
• Ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Health & Wellbeing plan for the client.
• Support the client and liaise with their family.
• Monitor any significant changes in the client’s health.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Caregiving Experience

Record Keeping

Initiative

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Care

Equivalent Care Qualification

Job description

We are seeking to recruit a dedicated and compassionate support worker who is passionate about their job, enjoys delivering exceptional care, and would relish working with young children.

ROLE SUMMARY

The client is a bright and bubbly individual with cerebral palsy, who lives at home with his parents. The successful candidate will require excellent communication skills as the client communicates via his eye gazes and he will need to clearly understand what is being said to him.

The role involves working with the family and case manager to support the client to ensure consistency and high standards of care.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To follow the Health & Wellbeing plan as documented for the client.
2. Treat the client with respect and dignity, acknowledging their individuality in a non-judgemental way.
3. Assist the client to exercise choice and control over their own life.
4. To liaise with and support the family as required.
5. To be aware of any significant changes in the client’s health.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Previous experience of caring or providing care for clients with physical and communication difficulties.
2. Good understanding of the personal and physical needs of a client with physical and cognitive difficulties.
3. Ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.

Requirements:

1. NVQ Level 2 or above or equivalent in Care.
2. Age 21 and over.
3. Full UK driving licence.
4. Able to use own initiative.
5. Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
6. Friendly, approachable, empathetic, caring, and kind.

Benefits:

1. Market leading pay rate.
2. Flexible shift pattern.
3. Day and night shifts available.
4. Bank holidays are paid time and a half.

Full training, supervision, and support will be provided as required.

Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

If you are a Support Worker looking to work in a truly rewarding role, please apply to Jack today!

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