Job Description

This is a role for an experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Worker to join the Libertatem Healthcare Group in Cardiff. The successful candidate will work on a 2:1 ratio during sleeping night shifts, supporting the independence and lifestyle of clients with spinal injuries. The role involves providing a range of personal care, medical support, and emotional support to ensure the clients can live independently in their own homes.
Main duties of the job
The Spinal Injury Support Worker will be responsible for assisting with personal care, catheter care, bowel management, respiratory management, medication administration, meal preparation, and providing emotional support and companionship. The successful candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, a caring and compassionate nature, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
About us
The Libertatem Healthcare Group is an outstanding provider of care and support for clients who have sustained personal injuries or suffered from medical negligence. They operate on a national basis and are committed to helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes.
Details
Date posted
03 January 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
10 to 17.88 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1449665558
Job locations
Libertatem Healthcare Group
Cardiff
CF242RZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Spinal Injury Support Worker
Location: Cardiff Salary: Sleeping night rate of 10 per hour for 8 hours per shift - Waking night rate for 4 hours per shift - 17.06 per hour Mon-Fri, 17.88 per hour weekend nights. Job Type: Zero-hour contract Shifts: 8pm-8am, 7 days per week. Full time/part time hours available.
We also have day shifts available, 8am-8pm, 7 days per week.
About Us: At Libertatem, we believe in providing exceptional care that makes a real difference in people's lives. We are a friendly, supportive team dedicated to helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes.
Role Overview: We are offering an opportunity for experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Workers to join our new client in Cardiff, working on a 2:1 ratio working sleeping night shifts. To support their independence and lifestyle, we're seeking support workers who are confident, empathetic, and capable of building a strong, trusting relationship.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Catheter Care & Bowel Management
• Respiratory Management (cough assist/suctioning)
• Autonomic Dysreflexia Management
• Preparing meals and supporting with nutrition
• Administering medication (training provided)
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Supporting with mobility and physical activities
• Light housekeeping duties

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience within a similar role, supporting clients with Spinal Injury, catheter care and bowel management
• A caring and compassionate nature
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A valid UK driving licence essential to drive the WAV during shifts essential (25 year olds + due to insurance)

What We Offer:

• Access to our benefits and communication platform
• Exclusive discounts at thousands of recognised retailers
• Access to our Wellness Centre
• Support with financial wellbeing
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Discounts on healthcare cash plans
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

#libertatem Libertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence. Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client's independence at the very centre of everything we do. The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales. Job description
Job responsibilities
Spinal Injury Support Worker
Location: Cardiff Salary: Sleeping night rate of 10 per hour for 8 hours per shift - Waking night rate for 4 hours per shift - 17.06 per hour Mon-Fri, 17.88 per hour weekend nights. Job Type: Zero-hour contract Shifts: 8pm-8am, 7 days per week. Full time/part time hours available.
We also have day shifts available, 8am-8pm, 7 days per week.
About Us: At Libertatem, we believe in providing exceptional care that makes a real difference in people's lives. We are a friendly, supportive team dedicated to helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes.
Role Overview: We are offering an opportunity for experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Workers to join our new client in Cardiff, working on a 2:1 ratio working sleeping night shifts. To support their independence and lifestyle, we're seeking support workers who are confident, empathetic, and capable of building a strong, trusting relationship.
Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Catheter Care & Bowel Management
• Respiratory Management (cough assist/suctioning)
• Autonomic Dysreflexia Management
• Preparing meals and supporting with nutrition
• Administering medication (training provided)
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Supporting with mobility and physical activities
• Light housekeeping duties

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience within a similar role, supporting clients with Spinal Injury, catheter care and bowel management
• A caring and compassionate nature
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A valid UK driving licence essential to drive the WAV during shifts essential (25 year olds + due to insurance)

What We Offer:

• Access to our benefits and communication platform
• Exclusive discounts at thousands of recognised retailers
• Access to our Wellness Centre
• Support with financial wellbeing
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Discounts on healthcare cash plans
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

#libertatem Libertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence. Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client's independence at the very centre of everything we do. The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role supporting clients with spinal injuries, catheter care, and bowel management is required. A valid UK driving license is also essential.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role supporting clients with spinal injuries, catheter care, and bowel management is required. A valid UK driving license is also essential.

Skills Required