Support Worker Required – Specialist Care for Young Lady with Complex Needs Location: Maidenhead Hours: 2/3 day in the week 9.30am -3.30pm Pay Rate: £13.50ph Start Date: ASAP Are you a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Support Worker looking to make a real difference in someone’s life? We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist a 19-year-old young lady with complex physical and medical needs. She sustained a significant hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE) at birth, requiring ventilation and cooling. She was later diagnosed with severe global cerebral injury and has Spastic Quadriplegia (four-limb Cerebral Palsy). She also lives with dystonia, experiences difficulty managing oral secretions, and has a poor swallow reflex, putting her at high risk of chest infections. She is PEG fed, and her parents provide a blended diet through the feeding tube. About the Role: You will be supporting a bright and engaging young woman who requires full assistance with daily care. She is non-verbal, uses a wheelchair, and communicates through non-verbal methods. You’ll play a key role in supporting her health, comfort, and participation in daily life both at home and in the community. Duties include: * Providing full personal care and hygiene support * PEG feeding (including blended diet management – training will be provided) * Supporting chest care and oral secretion management to reduce infection risk * Assisting with moving and handling using specialist equipment * Administering medications (as per training and guidance) * Supporting her emotional wellbeing and communication needs * Encouraging engagement in leisure activities * Working alongside healthcare professionals to follow detailed care plans The Ideal Candidate: * Experience supporting individuals with complex health and physical disabilities * Understanding of Cerebral Palsy, HIE, dystonia, PEG feeding, and chest care * Patient, calm, and person-centred approach * Physically fit to assist with moving and handling tasks * Excellent communication, observation, and teamwork skills * Willingness to learn and undertake bespoke training * Enhanced DBS (or willingness to complete one) * UK driving licence preferred but not essential We Offer: * Ongoing training * Supportive and well-structured working environment * An opportunity to genuinely improve someone’s quality of life If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and want to work with a committed and loving family to support their daughter, we would love to hear from you