Brain Injury Support Worker

Job Title: Brain Injury Support Worker, Loughborough

Location: Loughborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 869a2292f29f

Job Views: 7

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Come Join Our Team!

We have an excellent opportunity for a female support worker to work alongside our client in Loughborough, Leicestershire.

Our client is a lady in her 30s who lives in her own home with her husband. She enjoys socialising, spending time with family, meals out, shopping, puzzles, crafts, cooking, and is a big Harry Potter fan. Due to an acquired brain injury, she uses a wheelchair and has other support needs.

The successful candidate will need to be female, have previous experience with brain injury or complex needs, hold a full UK driving licence, and be comfortable driving a wheelchair-accessible vehicle. They should also be motivated and driven to help our client engage with her interests. Soft skills such as clear communication and the ability to build a supportive relationship are essential.

Hours: 24 hours per week over two days (09:30 – 21:30 with sleep-ins)

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting and engaging with personalised routines, including hoists.
• Completing daily living activities, including personal hygiene and mobility.
• Administering medication and monitoring health conditions.
• Providing emotional support and companionship.
• Maintaining accurate records of care provided and reporting any changes in the client\’s condition.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements:

• A genuine passion for working with people and providing care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Reliability, commitment, and flexibility.
• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
• Ability to handle challenging behaviours.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Libertatem\’s care philosophy emphasizes independence, communication, and our people. We are dedicated to providing clients with the best support and empowering our staff. If you are seeking a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. For more information, contact [email protected]

Our Safeguarding Commitment:

Libertatem Healthcare Group recognises the importance of working together to prevent abuse or neglect, while respecting individuals\’ rights to make informed choices. We adhere to six key safeguarding principles to promote wellbeing and safety for both adults and children.

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