Support Worker

Working for: Team Brain Injury Support 
 Shift Pattern: 2 days per week Tuesday and Sunday - 1pm till 7pm (12hrs per week) with possibility of more shifts if needed Pay rate: £13.00 during the week - £13.50 weekend per hour (Weekly Pay) Location: Seaham   Unfortunately we cannot provide VISA sponsorshipand we do not hire on a relocation basis, you must currently be based in/around the Seaham area and able to commute.
 
 This is a permanent role.

We’ve got an exciting opportunity for the right person to work with a gentleman living in Seaham. He is an intellectual man who appreciates support workers looking past his Motor Neurone Disease and taking part in conversation with him. This client enjoys listening to podcasts, politics, world affairs, history, nature and partial to a comedy.  We’re looking for a like-minded caring individual to join our close-knit team to help support him in leading the life he wants to live.

Key Responsibilities

Support Workers cover all manners of support for others – from companionship and days out, to personal care and housekeeping. At Team Brain Injury Support, you’ll be working with someone living with complex care needs and receive fully paid, on the job training. So, whether you’re an experienced support worker or completely new to the sector, you’ll have the opportunity to build your skills in a safe and trusted environment.

• Support with all facets of daily living
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment
• Ensure the individual's safety and well-being at all times
• Communicate effectively with the individual and other team members
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy
• Adhere to care plans and guidelines provided

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

 

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

Benefits

• Access to Westfield Rewards – an exclusive rewards website, with access to special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants , travel companies and destinations
• Access to the Blue Light Card discount scheme
•   Opportunity to obtain NVQ’s in Health and Social Care
•  Fully paid on the job training, with shadowing in place
•  Fully paid DBS
•  Contracts available
•  Progression opportunities within the organisation
•  Pension enrolment
• Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan
•   24/7 management support
• A great Refer a Friend scheme – receive up to £500 through our Care Friends rewards scheme when you refer a friend or family member

 

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About Team Brain Injury

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.

Acuity Care Group Limited

£13.00 - £13.50 per hour

Seaham