Support Worker

Active Care Group; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate support workers to assist individuals with acquired brain injuries in Penrith. This role involves providing essential support to promote independence, engaging in community activities, and ensuring personal care needs are met. With flexible part-time hours and a commitment to training, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference in clients' lives. Join a dedicated team and contribute to enhancing the quality of life for those in need.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have good communication skills and a sense of humour.
• Essential to have a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, shopping, and medication administration.
• Engage in community activities and support client independence.

Skills

Good communication skills

Patience

Problem-solving ability

Sense of humour

Full UK driving license

Job description

Care and Case Management Services Ltd (CCMS)

Care and Case Management Services Ltd (CCMS) are fully committed to delivering excellent support to all of our clients and their families, prioritizing their thoughts and expectations in everything we do.

We are proud to offer specialized case management services for adults and children recovering from acquired/traumatic brain injuries, spinal or catastrophic injuries, and related disabilities or conditions.

Please note: We are NOT able to offer sponsorship for this role and cannot consider candidates requiring a certificate of sponsorship to work in the UK.

Role Overview

We are recruiting additional support workers to assist a gentleman in his early 70s living independently in the Penrith area. The gentleman has an acquired brain injury, uses a walking stick, and has mild to moderate cognitive impairment. The successful candidates will support the client in promoting independence.

Working Hours

Part-time, up to 25 hours per week, with flexibility to meet the applicant's needs. Bank staff are also needed for holiday cover.

Salary: £14.65 per hour on weekdays, £15.66 per hour on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with household chores, personal care, shopping, administering medication, and engaging in community activities such as short walks and outings to local cafes and places of interest.

Candidate Qualities

• Good communication skills
• Patience
• Problem-solving ability
• A sense of humour
• Driver with a full UK license (essential)

Additional Information

The successful candidates will join an experienced, established team. The role involves daytime hours, approximately 5 hours per day. Full training and regular supervision will be provided by the Senior Support Worker.