At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a young woman with Cerebral Palsy in her daily activities and community outings.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on empowering individuals with complex care needs.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, holiday pay, pension, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours, supportive team, and potential to earn bonuses through referrals.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in someone's life while enjoying a rewarding and fulfilling role.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Support Worker or Healthcare Assistant, with excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 16 £ per hour.
Location: Garstang, PR3
Job Type: Full time, Maternity cover (Days ONLY)
Pay: £13.50 - £16.00 PAYE + holiday pay
Shift and Schedule: 08:00-20:00 / 08:00-17:00
The Role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Female Support Worker to join a dedicated team supporting a 20-year-old female living with Cerebral Palsy in her own home in the Garstang area. This is a rewarding complex care role for someone enthusiastic, motivated, flexible and passionate about supporting a young person to maintain her independence, enjoy an active lifestyle and get the most out of everyday life.
Our client enjoys getting out into the community, including shopping, going to the cinema and quiz nights, as well as spending time socialising with friends. She also enjoys indoor activities such as playing games with her younger brothers, pamper sessions and listening to music. Her days can include a range of therapy and rehabilitation activities, including hydrotherapy, using her movement harness and passive stretches.
As well as supporting her with day-to-day activities, you will provide assistance with her personal care and clinical needs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as she uses alternative communication techniques but enjoys socialising and engaging with those around her.
Client & Role
This is a complex care package where the successful Support Worker will provide support with:
- PEG feeding and nutrition
- Medication administration
- Seizure management
- Respiratory care
- Personal care
- Continence care
- Mobility and physical management
- Supporting therapy and rehabilitation programmes
- Maintaining a healthy sleep pattern
- Supporting community activities and leisure
- Driving the client's adapted vehicle
- Maintaining a safe environment at home and in the community
- Cleaning and maintaining care equipment
- Supporting hospital and therapy appointments
- Completing daily records, medication records, timesheets and incident reports
- Liaising with family members and other professionals where required
You will be fully trained in all aspects of the client's clinical care and will receive ongoing support and supervision from the management team.
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Holiday Pay
- Pension
- On-going training
- Supervision support from an established care team
- Refer a friend scheme - you can earn up to £500 per referral!
The Successful Applicant will:
- Be Female, due to the personal care requirements of the role
- Hold a full and clean UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
- Have previous experience working as a Support Worker or Healthcare Assistant
- Have experience with PEG feeding (preferred)
- Have experience in complex care and/or supporting individuals with physical disabilities
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be confident working independently
- Be reliable, professional and able to maintain appropriate boundaries
- Be a non-smoker, in line with the client's preference
- Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check
Some of our roles require drivers and male or female employees only. Where this is indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Female Support Worker in Somerset employer: Priority Recruitment Services
Join a dedicated team in Wiltshire as a Senior Residential Care Worker, where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people. Our supportive work culture prioritises professional development with access to over 100 free virtual courses and a generous employee discount scheme, ensuring that you can grow both personally and professionally while enjoying a rewarding career in a nurturing environment. With flexible shift patterns and a commitment to safeguarding, we offer a fulfilling role for those ready to lead and inspire others.
Contact Details:
Priority Recruitment Services Recruitment Team
