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Client/Child:
Megan, aged 6, enjoys watching the children’s series Bing, listening to music, swimming, sensory play, and playing with her younger brother. She has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and a PEG for all her nutrition, fluids, and medications. Megan is non-verbal and has recently started using Grid Player to support her communication and decision-making. Her home is fully adapted to meet her needs, and she has a dedicated care team providing round-the-clock support. Megan uses a wheelchair full-time.
Her team leader will go on maternity leave in February 2024, and we are seeking a Support Worker with experience in complex care to join the team. The role includes a full hand-over and transition period starting in the New Year. This is a full-time permanent position offering 5 days per week for 1 year, then reducing to 4 days per week thereafter.
Overview of Role:
Megan attends school, so during term-time, support is required in the mornings and afternoons. In the mornings, the Support Worker will complete a handover with the night carer, support Megan to get ready for school, and assist with the school run. After returning home, tasks include tidying Megan’s bedroom and bathroom, organizing her therapy room, and updating daily logs via Log My Care. The afternoon activities will depend on Megan’s schedule, and we encourage bringing new ideas and research-based activities for her to enjoy. The Support Worker will work alongside Megan’s MDT therapy team to implement her programmes with guidance.
Megan relies on others for all her care needs, so the Support Worker must be confident in supporting all areas of ADLs, including personal care. Continuous monitoring for choking risk, seizures, or illness is essential.
During school holidays, hours may vary.
Who This Job Would Suit:
An outgoing, personable, bubbly, organized, and positive Support Worker confident in providing 1:1 support within a family setting. A confident driver who is a non-smoker/vaper is essential.
What’s Great About This Job:
Megan is a pleasure to support. Her care and case management teams are fantastic, and her family is very supportive. You will receive tailored training, ongoing supervision, and opportunities to learn new skills.
Who Is Recruiting:
Our client is using the Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to ensure the essential criteria are met. The client will then proceed with the recruitment process. By applying, you agree to your CV and contact details being shared with the client. For more information, please contact us.
Please Note:
Where a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1 of schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, for a female or male worker to work with our client.
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