Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Training

Acuity Academy

Westfield Health Plan

Westfield Rewards

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Mobile Phone

Refer a Friend Scheme

DBS Fully Funded

Weekly or Monthly Pay

Job summary

Acuity Care Group is seeking a compassionate Female Support Worker for a 30-hour wake night role in Kidderminster. You will provide 1:1 support to a young girl with epilepsy and behavioural needs, building trustful relationships and ensuring her wellbeing through night-time care.

The role requires patience, calm communication, and a commitment to safety and independent living skills. Training will be provided, including epilepsy management.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy and complex care needs.
• Calm, patient and compassionate approach with ability to build trust.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours using positive strategies.
• Strong observation and reporting to communicate changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 woke-night support to a young girl from 22:00 to 08:30.
• Monitor seizure activity and respond promptly to incidents.
• Support morning routines and help the girl feel settled for the day.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the family and care team.
• Promote independence, dignity, choice and person-centred care.

Skills

Epilepsy experience

Behavioural needs

Autism

Compassionate approach

Communication

Job description

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Contract: 1 x 30 Hour Contract on wake Nights 22:00 – 08:30 (Monday–Sunday)

Pay rate: £15 per hour

We are looking for compassionate and reliable Female Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a young girl in Kidderminster with behavioural needs and childhood-onset epilepsy.

In this waking night role, you will build a positive and trusting relationship, support emotional wellbeing and independence, monitor and respond to seizure activity, and provide reassurance throughout the night. You will also assist with morning routines, helping her feel settled and prepared for the day ahead.Working closely with her family, you will use calm, therapeutic approaches to support her needs and help maintain a safe, supportive, and nurturing home environment.

Experience and Skills of a Support Worker:

• Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy, behavioural needs, learning disabilities, autism, or complex care needs would be advantageous.
• A calm, patient, and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive and trusting relationships.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviours using positive behaviour support and therapeutic approaches.
• Ability to remain alert, attentive, and responsive during waking night shifts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with families and professionals.
• A reliable, flexible, and professional attitude.
• Good observation and reporting skills to accurately record and communicate changes or concerns.
• A commitment to promoting independence, dignity, choice, and person-centred support.
• Full training will be provided, including epilepsy and seizure management, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to develop their skills in complex care.
• Clear Career Progression - Opportunities to grow and develop your career.
• Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy - Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
• Westfield Rewards - Discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants, and travel brands.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan - 24/7 GP access and healthcare cashback.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential wellbeing and financial support.
• Company Mobile Phone.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Enhanced DBS Fully Funded.
• Weekly or Monthly Pay Available.

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