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Support Worker

Acuity Care Group Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 8AG, England

Salary

£21,000 - £25,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Support Worker position offers a pay rate of £15.25 - £16.25 per hour, with shifts on Monday, Tuesday, and alternating Saturdays from 8am to 6pm.
  • Candidates must have a full UK driver's license and be based in or around the Cambridge area, as visa sponsorship and relocation support are not provided.
  • This role involves supporting an outgoing individual with a brain injury, engaging in activities like playing video games and watching movies.
  • Applicants should possess resilience, empathy, and the ability to communicate effectively, along with a willingness to undergo additional training as needed.
  • The position also offers benefits such as access to a rewards program, health plan, pension enrollment, and opportunities for progression within the organization.

Job Introduction

Support Worker

Pay rate: £15.25 - £16.25 Shift Pattern: Monday, Tuesday and alternating Saturdays 8am - 6pm 

Requirements: Full UK driver's license 

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

We’ve got an exciting opportunity for the right person to work with a person we support living in Cambridge. They are an outgoing and charismatic person, who appreciates support workers looking past their brain injury and taking part in conversation with them. This client enjoys playing video games, watching movies and partial to a comedy.  We’re looking for a like-minded caring individual to join our close-knit team to help support them in leading the life they want to live.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

Support Workers cover all manners of support for others – from companionship and days out, to personal care and housekeeping. 

  • 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.
  • Aid with light household chores which may include cooking, cleaning. 

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, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies
  • Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appts and to an EAP (employee assistance programme).money back for optical and dentistry
  • Access to blue light discount scheme
  • Attractive holiday entitlement
  • Opportunity to obtain NVQ’s in Health and Social Care
  • Progression opportunities within the organisation
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Pension enrolment
  • A great Refer a Friend scheme – receive up to £500 through our 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.

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