Support Worker

Job description

Bank Female Support Worker (Complex Care)

Location: Carlisle
Pay Rate: £12.98 £13.50 per hour
Shift Patterns: 4 x7 Hour shifts a week 08.30am till 16.00pm - 15.30pm till 22.00pm - 21.00pm till 09.00am

We are currently recruiting a dedicated Female Support Worker to join a close-knit team providing specialist 1:1 support in the Carlisle area.

The individual you will be supporting has complex clinical needs, including ventilation and PEG feeding.However, beyond her medical requirements, she is a warm, vibrant person who enjoys cooking and baking and has a strong love for her pet dogs and birds.You will play a vital role in supporting her to live a fulfilled and independent life, enabling her to take part in activities she enjoys and supporting her wellbeing both at home and in the community.

What Youll Be Doing:

• 1:1 Support: Delivering high-quality, compassionate care tailored to her individual needs, including complex care such as gastrostomy management and non-invasive ventilation.
• Meaningful Activities: Supporting her to enjoy her hobbies, including cooking, baking, and spending time with her pets, as well as accompanying her out in the community.
• Household Support: Assisting with maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment that promotes independence.
• Building Relationships: Developing a trusting and positive relationship through clear, confident communication in her preferred way.

Experience and Skills of a Support Worker:

• Experience supporting individuals with complex clinical needs, including gastrostomy care and ventilation support, is essential.
• Must be comfortable with lone working.
• A strong commitment to delivering person-centred care.
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential dedication, empathy, and the right attitude are what matter most.

Who we are:

acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person-centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.

What we offer:

• Westfield Rewards exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
• Westfield Health Cash Plan including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
• Employee Assistance Programme confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
• Blue Light Card discounts and free event tickets
• acuity academy training, qualifications and continuous professional development
• Career progressionwithin the organisation
• Refer a Friend bonus earn up to £500

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Yearngill

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Profession type

Home Care

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English