Support Worker – Brain Injury & Epilepsy | £15–£16.50/hr |Sevenoaks Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £15.00 – £16.50 per hour
Hours: 43 hours per week
Shifts: Day & Night Shifts (including sleep-ins)
Location: Sevenoaks, Kent ----------------------------------- Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Support Worker to join a dedicated care team supporting a female client living with the effects of a brain injury and epilepsy. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a background in complex care who is passionate about making a difference. ----------------------------------- Shift Pattern
1. Friday 2:00pm – Monday 9:00am (includes sleep-in nights)
2. Monday 9:00am – 11:00pm (with sleep-in)
3. Tuesday 9:00am – 11:00pm (with sleep-in)
----------------------------------- About the Client The client experienced a stroke in 2019 following epilepsy surgery. She requires support with:
4. Mobility (left-sided weakness, FES devices, splints)
5. Peripheral vision loss (support with spatial awareness)
6. Executive function challenges (processing, memory, organisation)
7. Hydrotherapy (transport only – no pool entry required)
8. Medication administration
----------------------------------- ✅ Key Responsibilities
9. Administering medication safely and accurately
10. Supporting mobility and use of assistive devices
11. Driving to appointments and hydrotherapy sessions
12. Providing emotional support and managing anxiety
13. Following communication strategies from the S&L therapist
14. Promoting independence while ensuring safety
----------------------------------- Essential Experience
15. Brain Injury support
16. Epilepsy care
17. Medication administration
18. Challenging behaviour management
19. Anxiety support
----------------------------------- Requirements
20. Full UK driving licence (essential)
21. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
22. Flexibility to work weekends and sleep-in shifts
----------------------------------- What We Offer
23. Competitive hourly pay
24. Consistent weekly hours
25. Ongoing specialist training
26. Supportive and collaborative team environment
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Libertatem Healthcare
The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do.
The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.