Support Worker

TipTopJob; Burgess Hill; Presencial; GBP 413.000 - 744.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bank holiday pay

Overtime opportunities

Supportive team

Brain injury rehabilitation skills

Descripción de la vacante

Head First recruits a committed Support Worker to assist a 37-year-old man living independently after brain injury. This part-time role fits a structured rehabilitation programme with healthcare professionals and family support in a home setting.

You will work 2:3 shifts weekly, typically 10:30am–9:30pm, with overtime potential. Bank holidays paid at time and a half, weekend rates higher, and a supportive case-management team backs you.

Formación

• DBS check required and cost covered by employer.
• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence (manual) required.

Responsabilidades

• Support day-to-day living, including meal planning, cooking and shopping.
• Assist with scheduling and attending appointments.
• Encourage participation in social, leisure and community activities.
• Support engagement in volunteering and physical activities.
• Provide structure and guidance to maintain routines.
• Promote independence, confidence and skill development.

Conocimientos

Reliable

Patient

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Follow structured plans

Driving licence (UK)

Descripción del empleo

Location: Burgess Hill (RH15)

Salary : A GBP 14.70 (weekdays) A GBP 15.23 (weekends) Sleep:in rate at NMW/NLW.

Bank Holidays paid at time and a half

Vacancy Type: Permanent, part:time

About The Role

We are seeking a committed and compassionate Support Worker to join a small, friendly team supporting a 37:year:old man living independently in his own home following an acquired brain injury.

This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a structured rehabilitation programme, working alongside healthcare professionals and family members to help our client live a full and meaningful life.

You will work 2:3 shifts per week (11:hour shifts), typical between 10:30am : 9:30pm, with some flexibility required to meet the clients needs. Additional overtime may be available to cover leave and absences.

What Youll Be Doing

• Supporting day:to:day living, including meal planning, cooking and shopping
• Assisting with scheduling and attending appointments
• Encouraging participation in social, leisure and community activities
• Supporting engagement in volunteering and physical activities
• Providing structure and guidance to help maintain routines
• Promoting independence, confidence and skill development

Our client enjoys a busy lifestyle, including sports and personal training sessions, and values staying active and socially engaged.

About You

We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including those new to care, provided you bring the right values and commitment.

You Will

• Be reliable, patient and motivated to support others
• Have good organisational and communication skills
• Be able to follow structured support plans
• Be confident supporting someone to build independence
• Hold a full UK driving licence (manual)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates, with enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities
• Full support from an experienced case management team
• The opportunity to develop specialist skills in brain injury rehabilitation
• A supportive, collaborative working environment

Important Information

• An Enhanced DBS check is required (cost covered by the employer if needed)
• You must have the right to work in the UK
• This role is subject to satisfactory references

About Head First

Head First recruits support staff on behalf of private clients. While you will be employed directly by or on behalf of the client, our payroll and HR teams provide ongoing support for employment and pay queries.

Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation