Job description

Amore Complex Care

Support Worker: Wigan

Are you a compassionate, knowledgeable Support Worker with experience in autism and ADHD?

Please note we don’t offer sponsorship, and candidates must have a right to work in the UK

Key Job Role Information

Role – Female Support workers

Location- Wigan

Salary - £14.29 Inclusive of Holiday Entitlement

Shifts – Monday: 16:00- 21:00 Wednesday: 16:00-21:00 Friday: 16:00-21:00 Saturday: 13:00 – 17:00 Sunday: 18:00- 22:00

Key Role essentials and responsibilities –

- Competent verbal and written English

- Must have experience within health and social care settings

Meet the person you’ll be supporting:

• Who am I? I am an 11 Year old boy
• What challenges do I have? I had a brain stem stroke, so I am paralysed from the neck down and have had locked in syndrome in the past. The stroke affected my ability to speak, so I communicate by using eye gaze. I have some clinical support needs, such as a tracheostomy, PEG feeding, stoma, catheter, and movement via a hoist and wheelchair.
• What activities do I like to do? climbing, being outside, loves using symbols (PEC’s)

My team

• How many people support me at one time? I am supported on a 1:1 basis throughout the day

· Who do I need to support me? We are looking for someone to work closely with a mum and her young son, providing tailored support that empowers her in her parenting journey.

The role involves practical hands-on support to help mum build confidence in understanding her sons’ individual needs.

Your role will be to provide a positive empowering experience that strengthens mum’s ability to meet her son’s needs with confidence, understanding and care in order that he thrives

• What types of people do I get along with? I like people to be kind, supportive and empathetic
• What shift patterns do my team do? Are 8 Hour and can vary
• What are my aspirations? Have a smooth transition to high school and to settle in well. Reduce water sensitivity and have a consistent routine to support me.

What we offer!!

• 28 days annual leave inclusive of statutory bank holidays (for full time, part time is worked out on a pro-rate basis)
• Ongoing continued professional development and progression opportunities by funding Health and Social care diplomas and NVQs
• Get paid for your training and induction with us
• Enrol in our great pension program after 3 months with us
• Referral bonus scheme – earn up to £250 for every successful referral
• No uniform - we wear our casual clothes
• We will pay for your DBS
• This role does not involve travel between multiple sites during one shift. Spend your whole shift with the person you support, making the biggest impact on their lives