Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; Leigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded DBS

Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy

Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Mobile Phone

Refer a Friend Scheme

Weekly or Monthly Pay Available

Enhanced DBS Fully Funded

Job summary

Acuity Care Group is seeking Female Bank Support Workers in Leigh to assist a 14-year-old with complex medical needs at home. You will provide daily living support, assist with a modified diet, mobility, and behavioural management in a calm, patient, and person-centred manner.

The role requires following care plans, risk assessments, and health protocols, with strong teamwork to support the family and professionals. DBS funding and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs or challenging behaviours.
• Calm, patient and compassionate approach with trusted relationships.
• Comfortable supporting a non-verbal young person with medical needs.
• Ability to follow care plans, risk assessments and health protocols.
• Strong communication and teamwork with family and professionals.
• Willingness to complete epilepsy management and safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities and modified diet within the family home.
• Assist mobility and manage episodes of distress with a calm approach.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and health protocols precisely.
• Respond appropriately in emergencies and maintain safety.
• Work closely with family and other professionals to ensure consistent routines.

Skills

Complex needs support

Calm & compassionate

Non-verbal support

Care plan compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

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Location: Leigh
Rate of Pay: £13.91 per hour
Contract: Bank

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and confident Female Bank Support Workers to join a small team supporting a 14-year-old girl with complex medical and developmental needs in her family home in Leigh. The young person has Sturge-Weber Syndrome, well-controlled epilepsy, significant developmental delay, is non-verbal, and has a visual impairment. She benefits from a calm, patient, and person-centred approach, with consistent routines and reassurance to help her feel safe and supported.

She requires support with all aspects of daily living, including the preparation of a modified diet due to a history of oesophageal atresia, alongside assistance with mobility due to left-sided weakness and physical health needs. At times, she may experience periods of distress and can display behaviours such as scratching or pulling, so a confident and positive approach to behaviour support is essential.

She enjoys spending time outdoors, going for walks, listening to music, participating in sensory activities, using her indoor swing, and relaxing in the hot tub.

Experience and Skills of a Support Worker:

• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, learning disabilities, epilepsy, autism, or challenging behaviours would be advantageous.
• A calm, patient, and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive and trusting relationships.
• Confidence in supporting a young person who is non-verbal and has limited understanding of her needs.
• Ability to follow care plans, risk assessments, and health protocols accurately.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work closely with family members and other professionals.
• A positive attitude, reliability, and commitment to providing high-quality care.
• Willingness to complete training, including epilepsy management, Buccolam administration, medication, moving and handling, and safeguarding.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential.
• 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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