Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Funded Training

Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Company Mobile Phone

Job summary

Acuity Care Group is seeking compassionate and confident Support Workers to assist a 25-year-old gentleman in his own home in Edwalton, Nottingham. The role involves engaging in his hobbies, supporting mobility, and ensuring safety while living an active life.

The successful candidates will have a full UK driving licence and experience in complex care. Training is funded by the company, and positions offer weekly or monthly pay with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience working in complex care, healthcare or support work is beneficial.
• Experience with spinal injuries, brain injuries, seizures or autonomic dysreflexia is advantageous, training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, confident in-home support to the client.
• Follow clinical care plans, risk assessments and guidance for safe, consistent support.
• Build trusting relationships and enable independence and community involvement.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience in complex care

Experience with spinal injuries

Communication and interpersonal skills

Person-centred approach

Willingness to engage in hobbies/inter

Job description

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Contract: 2 x 42-hour positions available

Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour

We are looking for compassionate, confident and enthusiastic Support Workers to join a dedicated team supporting a 25-year-old gentleman in his own home. He is a sociable and engaging young man who communicates verbally and enjoys living an active and meaningful life. He has a real passion for wheelchair rugby and scuba diving, is currently relearning to play the saxophone, and volunteers with a wildlife welfare organisation. He also has a dog at home, so being comfortable around dogs is important. He's a huge Arsenal fan, so an interest in football would be a great way to build rapport and share a common interest.

He has a spinal injury and brain injury alongside complex clinical needs, including autonomic dysreflexia, seizures and dyslexia.

Experience & Skills of Support Worker:

• A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
• Previous experience working within complex care, healthcare or support work would be beneficial.
• Experience supporting individuals with spinal injuries, brain injuries, seizures or autonomic dysreflexia would be advantageous, although full training can be provided where appropriate.
• An understanding of choking risks, modified food and fluids would be beneficial.
• Confident in following clinical care plans, risk assessments and guidance to ensure safe and consistent support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build a positive and trusting relationship.
• A person-centred approach, encouraging independence, choice and involvement in activities and the wider community.
• Proactive and enthusiastic, with a willingness to get involved in his hobbies, interests and social activities.
• Reliable, patient and able to remain calm and responsive when supporting someone with complex needs. Comfortable working in a home where there is a dog.
• Able to work effectively as part of a wider care team while also using your own initiative.
• 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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