Support Worker / Personal Assistant REF: SOLOOJS
Location: Northampton, NN7 & NN5
Hourly Rate: £15.55
Hours per Week: Flexible (to be discussed)
Type: Permanent
About the Role
The role involves supporting a 20‑year‑old person with Lowe Syndrome, Fanconi Syndrome, epilepsy, and complex medical needs. The support worker will assist in personal, medical, and practical care across two family homes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with PEG feeding and other nutritional requirements.
- Support respiratory care and medication administration.
- Monitor and respond to epilepsy and seizure activities.
- Help with mobility and communication needs.
- Execute bedtime routines and coordinate with overnight staff.
- Attend to emotional and personal wellbeing to ensure safety and happiness.
- Participate in shadowing, meetings, and training programmes.
Requirements
- Calm, friendly, and patient disposition.
- Unphased by complex health needs and able to adapt quickly.
- Capacity to provide evening support to maintain safety.
- Ability to actively respond to seizure activity.
- Flexible schedule with willingness to work at both addresses.
- Basic training in personal and medical care; willingness to undergo mandatory and specialised training annually.
Benefits
- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro‑rata for part‑time).
- Company pension scheme after 3 months’ service.
- Cash Back Health Plan upon successful probation.
- Free training and development.
- Wellbeing and support tools.
- ‘Star of the Month’ rewards.
More benefits available.
Safer Recruitment & Safeguarding
All roles require a successful Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory references. The organisation is committed to safeguarding, respecting the right to safety, and ensuring confidentiality of data.
