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Support Worker

Acuity Care Group Limited
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire ST9 0ET, England

Salary

£18,000 - £21,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Support Worker position offers a pay rate of £12.26 - £14.71 per hour with weekly pay.
  • Candidates must have complex care experience and a UK driver's license, with a preference for female support workers due to family requirements.
  • The role involves providing assistance to an individual with Acquired Brain Injury, working on a 2:1 basis, and includes tasks such as PEG support and personal care.
  • Applicants must currently reside in or around Stoke-On-Trent and cannot be offered VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance.
  • The position includes opportunities for ongoing training, progression, and benefits such as access to health plans and a rewards scheme.

Job Introduction

Support WorkerPay rate: £ 12.26 - £14.71(weekly pay)Shift Pattern: 8:00am - 8:00pm, 8:00pm - 8:00am 12hour shifts Days/NightsRequirements: Complex care experience, UK drivers license, this position is open to female support workers only, due to the families preference

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

We've got a rewarding opportunity for the right person to work with an individual living in Stoke-On-Trent who has Acquired Brain Injury. 

Working on a 2:1 basis in this position you will be providing assistance with nutrition via Peg, management of Seizures, support with hoisting, medical, personal care, and daily tasks. You will collaborate both independently and as part of a team, working shifts to ensure round-the-clock care.

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 ResponsibilitiesSupport 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.

Complex care such as PEG

Support with mobility (hoisted)

Foster a supportive and inclusive environment.

Support with activities and outings / Working and Playing / Goal Planning 

Ensure the individual's safety and well-being at all times.

Communicate effectively with the individual and other team members.

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 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.

Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be subject to a rigorous selection process, including background checks, reference verification, and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, to ensure their suitability to work with those in our care. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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