Female Support Worker
Pay rate :£12.71 Days- £13.13 Nights
Shift Pattern: 1 x 16-hour contract: 11am-15:00pm, 11am-16:00pm and 22:00pm-07:00am
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Female Support Worker to support an individual with complex care needs and learning disabilities in her family home. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by promoting independence and enhancing quality of life within a supportive environment.
You will support a friendly 33-year-old woman who enjoys arts and crafts, pampering, shopping, and spending time with her pets. She has Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) and associated neurological complications, requiring consistent, person-centred care. Her needs include tracheostomy care and suctioning, PEG feeding for all nutrition and medication, management of steroid-dependent adrenal insufficiency, and monitoring of low blood pressure. She is a wheelchair user and uses a standing frame daily to support her wellbeing.
Experience and Skills of a Support Worker:
A compassionate, patient, and reliable individual
A full UK driving license.
Someone confident working in a complex care environment (or willing to be trained)
Strong communication skills and a person-centred approach
Ability to remain calm and professional in changing situations.
A genuine passion for supporting others and improving lives.
Who we are:
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person-centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
What we offer:
Westfield Rewards exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants, and travel brands
Westfield Health Cash Plan including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs.
Employee Assistance Programme confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and relationships
Blue Light Card discounts and free event tickets
acuity academy training, qualifications, and continuous professional development
Career progression within the organisation
Refer a Friend bonus earn up to £500.
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