Female Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

Female Support Worker

Pay rate: £13.91 (weekly pay)

Shift Pattern: Days, sleeping nights and weekends. Flexibility ideal.

Requirements: UK driver’s license & own vehicle.

Unfortunately, we cannot provide VISA sponsorship and we do not hire on a relocation basis. You must currently be based in/around the Wigan area and able to commute.

Bespoke Health & Social Care are looking for a compassionate, outgoing individual to join our established and supportive team. You'll be providing care to a lively, sociable 21-year-old woman who loves engaging with the community and attending a special needs college alongside her dedicated support worker. Superb communication skills are vital as the young lady doesn't speak verbally but effectively communicates her needs and desires in her own expressive manner. Additionally, there is a well-trained, gentle-natured dog in the family household.

If you are resilient, reliable, empathetic and looking for a role that truly makes a difference to someone else’s life, then we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support Workers cover all manners of support for others – from companionship and days out, to personal care and housekeeping.
2. Gastrostomy care
3. Moving and handling support
4. Personal care
5. Cough assist and suction
6. Nebulisers and medication administration
7. You will also provide support during outings and hospital visits with the family when required.
8. You will also support with respite visits which include overnights and full days with another team member. During respite, activities can include supporting with days out, hydrotherapy, visits to local attractions amongst other fun things.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

1. Ability to effectively communicate with individuals requiring care.
2. Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
3. Empathy, patience, and compassion when interacting with individuals in need of support.
4. Flexibility and adaptability to meet varying care needs.
5. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
6. Willingness to undergo additional training and development as required.

Benefits

1. 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 companies.
2. Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments and to an EAP (employee assistance programme), money back for optical and dentistry.
3. Access to blue light discount scheme.
4. Attractive holiday entitlement.
5. Opportunity to obtain NVQ’s in Health and Social Care.
6. Progression opportunities within the organisation.
7. Ongoing training and development.
8. Pension enrolment.
9. A great Refer a Friend scheme – receive up to £500 through our rewards scheme when you refer a friend or family member.

About Bespoke Health and Social Care

We are a leading healthcare provider in the UK and a CQC Registered business, founded in 2006, with more than 800 employees who are part of the Bespoke Family. The business is at an exciting stage in its journey and growing quickly. 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 individual-centred and our clients' needs are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with our clients, to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences.

Our areas of expertise include: Learning Disabilities & Autism, Spinal Injuries, Physical Disabilities, Brain Injuries, Mental Health Conditions, and Children's Services.

We offer great opportunities for our support workers to join a dedicated client care team in a supportive and friendly environment, with lots of scope for development and progression.