Support Worker

Independent Living Solutions Ltd.; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to supporting individuals with brain injuries. This rewarding role involves assisting David, who values his independence and enjoys activities like football and dog walking. You'll provide essential support while promoting his wellbeing, ensuring he receives the care and attention he deserves. If you're calm, proactive, and empathetic, and have a full driving license, this opportunity is perfect for you. Enjoy flexible working hours, ongoing training, and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Ongoing training & support

5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)

Pension (if eligible)

Free DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with brain injuries is essential.
• Calm, proactive, and client-focused approach is required.

Responsibilities

• Support David in promoting his independence and wellbeing.
• Communicate effectively with warmth and compassion.

Skills

Supporting adults with acquired brain injury

Effective communication

Empathy

Patience

Organizational skills

Job description

Weekdays: £15 per hour and weekends and bank holidays, days: £16 per hour

Advertising End Date: Not Specified

About The Role

Note: Our clients do not offer sponsorship.

Location: Portchester

Days & Hours: 8 hours per week, flexible days, can be one full day or two half days, to meet David's needs.

Pay: Weekdays £15/hr; weekends and bank holidays £16/hr

Driver required: Yes, using your own car with business insurance; mileage paid.

Using Own Vehicle for work: Yes, for duty and training.

Essential: Supporting adults with acquired brain injury.

Desirable: Experience with trauma, vision loss, and interest in therapy.

Family Pets: 1 dog

Interviews: Video, as applications are received

Start Date: ASAP, subject to checks

About David

David, born in 1989, has a brain injury affecting his eyesight. No vision in his right eye, limited tunnel vision in the left, registered blind. He experiences mood swings but is quick to apologize. He loves football, dog walking, fishing, museums, and long drives. He volunteers at Headway, works as a cleaner, and enjoys Nando's. He lives independently, values family and his dog, and needs support with activities and memory.

Role Description

This is a rewarding opportunity to support David, promoting his independence and wellbeing. You should communicate effectively, with patience, tact, warmth, and compassion.

Pay & Benefits

• £15/hr weekdays, £16/hr weekends/bank holidays
• Ongoing training & support
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• Pension (if eligible)
• Free DBS check

Additional Support & Safeguarding

• Induction, training, supervision, support from Case Manager and HR
• Proof of eligibility to work in UK, enhanced DBS required

About You

Are you calm, proactive, enthusiastic, and aligned with our values? You should be client-focused, empathetic, professional, inclusive, organized, friendly, punctual, trustworthy, and IT literate. A full driving license is required.

Our Commitment

We promote equality and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are CQC registered, providing comprehensive support from application to employment.