Exciting Opportunity: Female Support Worker Location: Aspatria, Wigan, CA7 Hours: 16 hours per week - 10:00am - 16:00pm. Payrate: £12.60 per hourAre you a compassionate, proactive, and skilled individual looking for a deeply rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day? Join a dedicated, friendly team supporting an intelligent and creative individual living with Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO).They love their two dogs and one cat, and enjoys arts and crafts, pamper days, and the occasional shopping trip. They live with complex medical needs, including a tracheostomy and PEG, and require support to manage their health, daily activities, and enjoy the best quality of life possible.About the RoleThe successful applicant will work as part of a team to deliver highly personalised, one-to-one care. This includes both clinical care and emotional support, enabling the client to participate in meaningful activities and maintain her independence wherever possible.Core Responsibilities Include:Airway management including tracheostomy care, suctioning, and speaking valve supportPEG care: administering nutrition, hydration, and medicationMonitoring vital signs: blood pressure, temperature, oxygen saturationAdministering medication including nebulised treatments and accessing a porta-cathPersonal care and support with hygiene routinesMoving and handling, promoting as much independence as possiblePassive physiotherapy (stretching to help prevent contractures)Emotional and psychological supportSupporting the client to attend appointments and access social or recreational activitiesThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:An excellent level of written and spoken EnglishA calm, professional, and compassionate approachStrong attention to detail and the ability to follow complex care protocolsA genuine interest in providing person-centred supportConfidence or willingness to learn about emergency procedures, including adrenal insufficiencyA friendly nature and ability to be a positive presence in the homeA comfort level around animals (the home includes two dogs and a cat)If you're looking for a meaningful role where your presence really matters, and you're ready to be part of a supportive and empowering environment, we'd love to hear from you.More about Acuity Care GroupWe have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations and supporting roles. Acuity Care Group is a Supported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions:LD&A – Learning Disabilities & AutismBespokeTeam Brain InjuryThis role sits within our Bespoke Health & Social Care family, and you will be supported by an experienced hands-on Complex Care Manager.We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do.Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences.What next?If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link but if you have any questions and need to know more before you apply, please drop us a call.We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will arrange an interview on Teams.Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.What else do we offer?We do offer additional benefits including:Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companiesAccess to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expensesEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few.Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show.Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social CareProgression opportunities within the organisationOngoing training and developmentA generous Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500!