Female Support Worker

Job Introduction

Female Support WorkerPay rate: £ 12.50Shift Pattern: DaysRequirements: Full UK Driver's Licence. Candidate needs to be over 25 due to insurance.

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

We have got a rewarding opportunity for a caring, experienced, and reliable Complex Care Worker to support a young lady with epilepsy, dystonic spasms, gastrostomy (PEG), scoliosis, and visual impairment (registered blind) based in the Armthorpe area. The role involves providing compassionate care to meet her medical, physical, and emotional needs, while enabling her to enjoy a fulfilling and enriching life.

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

This is a unique opportunity to provide holistic, one-on-one support to a young girl with multiple care needs. The ideal candidate will be confident in managing complex medical equipment, responding to seizures, and promoting a positive, stimulating environment for the child.

• Epilepsy Management:

  • Monitor and respond to seizures, following protocols to ensure safety and well-being.
  • Administer emergency medications as required.

• Dystonic Spasm Support:

  • Provide comfort during dystonic episodes, using techniques to minimize pain and discomfort.

• Gastrostomy (PEG) Care:

  • Administer nutrition, hydration, and medications via gastrostomy tube.
  • Perform routine care of the site and equipment.

• Personal Care:

  • Assist with hygiene, dressing, and toileting needs while maintaining dignity and comfort.

• Mobility Support:

  • Help with positioning to support her scoliosis and prevent discomfort or pressure sores.
  • Assist with transfers and the use of specialist equipment, such as hoists or wheelchairs.

• Sensory and Emotional Support:

  • Engage with the child through sensory play and activities tailored to her visual impairment and preferences.
  • Provide reassurance and companionship, fostering a nurturing and positive relationship.

• Transportation and Activities:

  • Drive the child to medical appointments, therapy sessions, and recreational outings using her adapted vehicle.
  • Ensure outings are safe, enjoyable, and enriching.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Epilepsy Management:

  • Monitor and respond to seizures, following protocols to ensure safety and well-being.
  • Administer emergency medications as required.

• Dystonic Spasm Support:

  • Provide comfort during dystonic episodes, using techniques to minimize pain and discomfort.

• Gastrostomy (PEG) Care:

  • Administer nutrition, hydration, and medications via gastrostomy tube.
  • Perform routine care of the site and equipment.

• Personal Care:

  • Assist with hygiene, dressing, and toileting needs while maintaining dignity and comfort.

• Mobility Support:

  • Help with positioning to support her scoliosis and prevent discomfort or pressure sores.
  • Assist with transfers and the use of specialist equipment, such as hoists or wheelchairs.

• Sensory and Emotional Support:

  • Engage with the child through sensory play and activities tailored to her visual impairment and preferences.
  • Provide reassurance and companionship, fostering a nurturing and positive relationship.

• Transportation and Activities:

  • Drive the child to medical appointments, therapy sessions, and recreational outings using her adapted vehicle.
  • Ensure outings are safe, enjoyable, and enriching.

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 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.