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Support Worker

Acuity Care Group Limited
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Wincanton, Somerset BA9, England

Salary

£21,000 - £25,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job position is for a Support Worker based in Wincanton, offering a pay rate of £15-£16 per hour for a shift pattern of 36 hours per week, including weekdays and weekends from 8am to 10pm.
  • Candidates must currently reside in or around the Wincanton area, as the company does not provide VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance.
  • The role involves supporting an individual with a brain injury in their daily life, requiring skills such as empathy, communication, and attention to detail.
  • Applicants should be resilient, reliable, and adaptable, with a willingness to undergo additional training, and there is no specific year of experience mentioned as a requirement.
  • Benefits include access to rewards programs, health plans, pension enrollment, attractive holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development.

Job Introduction

Support Worker

Pay rate: £15-£16 (monthly pay) Shift Pattern: 36 hours per week - Weekdays and Weekends 8am - 10pm

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

We’ve got an exciting opportunity for the right person to work with an individual we support living in Wincanton. They are an individual with a brain injury who appreciates support workers looking past this and supporting them with day-today life. 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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