Support Worker

SeeMeHired.com; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist training

Nurse-led management

Career development

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

Empowering U Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help a wheelchair-using client in Lichfield. The role covers personal care, mobility support, and medication assistance, with an emphasis on independence and dignity.

The position offers part-time, bank, permanent hours (8:00am-4:00pm, Mon-Fri). A full UK driving licence is essential, and DBS will be required or renewed. Training and ongoing clinical support are provided in a nurse-led setting.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months' experience in a care or support role (essential).
• Experience supporting individuals with complex physical needs or neurological conditions is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and dependable approach; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and catheter care.
• Support mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment.
• Administer medication in line with the care plan.
• Support daily living activities: meals, shopping, light housekeeping, appointments.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and promote independence and dignity.
• Maintain accurate care records and report changes to senior staff.

Skills

Care experience

Full UK driving licence

English proficiency

Teamwork

Job description

Support Worker

Part-Time | Bank | Permanent

Make a Real Difference Every Day

At Empowering U Healthcare, we provide specialist, nurse-led complex care, supporting children and adults to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own homes. We are committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care that empowers people to live fulfilling lives.

We are currently looking for caring, reliable, and dedicated Support Workers to join our growing team.

Available Role – Lichfield

Client: You will be supporting a female client living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and mental health needs. She requires assistance with most aspects of daily living and is a full-time wheelchair user with limited use of her hands.

Your role will include:

• Personal care.
• Catheter care.
• Repositioning and mobility support.
• Medication administration.
• Supporting with appointments and community access.
• Promoting independence, dignity, and emotional wellbeing.

A full UK driving licence is essential, as you will be required to drive the client to and from appointments and other activities.

Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am - 4:00pm

Pay: £12.71 - £14.29 per hour (depending on weekday/weekend and day/night shifts)

What We're Looking For

• At least 6 months' experience in a care or support role (essential).
• Experience supporting individuals with complex physical needs or neurological conditions is desirable.
• A caring, patient, and dependable approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic IT skills for completing electronic care records.
• Enhanced DBS, or willingness to obtain one.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Why Join Empowering U Healthcare?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Paid specialist training and ongoing clinical support.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Supportive nurse-led management team.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.

About the role

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and catheter care.
• Support with mobility, repositioning, and safe transfers using appropriate equipment.
• Administer medication in line with the client's care plan.
• Support with daily living activities, including meal preparation, shopping, light housekeeping, and attending appointments.
• Provide emotional support and companionship, promoting independence, dignity, and choice.
• Monitor and report any changes in the client's physical or mental wellbeing to senior staff.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate effectively with the wider care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care in line with individual care plans.
• Support with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily living activities.
• Promote independence, dignity, choice, and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate and timely care documentation.
• Build positive relationships with the client, their family, and healthcare professionals.
• Follow all safeguarding procedures, health and safety guidance, and company policies.

What We're Looking For

• A caring, compassionate, and reliable individual.
• At least 6 months' experience in a care or support role (essential).
• Experience supporting individuals with physical disabilities, neurological conditions, or mental health needs (desirable).
• A patient, respectful, and person-centred approach.
• Good verbal and written English skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT skills for completing electronic care records.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Ready to Make a Meaningful Difference?

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centered care and want to join a supportive, nurse-led organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

About the company

Join our Team at Empowering U

Be a part of Empowering U, where personalised, meaningful care empowers individuals and families to live with confidence and independence.

Required Criteria

• Minimum 6 months UK care experience
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable
• Strong spoken and written English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic IT skills for documentation
• Enhanced DBS required

Desired Criteria

• Experience with children or complex needs preferred but not essential
• Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle preferred