Job Description

SUPPORT WORKER - PART-TIME & FULL-TIME POSTS

Location:

Bramhall, Cheshire

Reporting To:

Employer

Rate of Pay:

14.50/hr weekdays - 15.50/hr weekends & Bank Holidays

Closing Date:

22nd August 2025

Note

- Applicants will not be shortlisted on CV only & an application form must be received

Part-time & full-time permanent posts

We are recruiting for an additional 60 hours per week and these can be offered flexibly, as part-time or full-time posts.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the current team of staff supporting Matthew, a delightful 18-year-old who sustained an acquired brain injury at birth. For manual handling reasons, this is a 2:1 support package and the fully adapted property houses all the equipment needed to promote Matthew's safety and independence. His hydrotherapy pool allows for the provision of water-based therapy and fun time with his younger sibling and staff will be required to support Matthew in this activity.

Respecting the privacy and dignity of the client and his family, you will provide Matthew with companionship and support his independent living in a variety of locations, primarily the family home and the local community, plus support him to access leisure activities. Matthew uses specialist high and low-tech communication aids and has a fantastic, cheeky sense of humour.

Matthew enjoys playing with his pet dog and supporting Manchester United, and as a season ticket holder, he attends home matches with his support staff. He has a wheelchair accessible vehicle which staff will be required to drive. To facilitate this, you must have a full UK or EU driving licence. Staff may be invited to accompany Matthew on family holidays, both in the UK and abroad, at no cost to themself; although this is not a mandatory part of the employment.

You must have a genuine interest in the provision of high-quality care and possess the motivation to develop trust and understanding within the role. You must be hardworking, reliable, honest and committed to providing the best support possible. Experience is preferred but not essential.

Full training and supervision will be provided before and during your employment. Following Matthew's bespoke support plan, you will provide assistance, support, guidance and encouragement, as directed by the family, Case Manager and therapists. You will contribute to the development of care plans and risk assessments, providing feedback to the treating therapists and Case Manager.

Main Duties:

Assisting Matthew with personal care & activities of daily living

Medication management & administration

Supporting Matthew with his rehabilitation programme within the home & community

Transporting & supporting Matthew with accessing sixth form, appointments, football matches, social events, family outings & holidays

Carrying out domestic & cleaning tasks

Hours of Work:

10 - 40 hours a week available

Shift pattern:

Monday - Friday

7.30am - 9.30am

3.30pm - 9.30pm

Weekends

11am - 4pm (flexible)

Monday - Friday

7.30am - 9.30pm

Weekends

11am - 4pm (flexible)

Split shifts are in place although morning or afternoon shifts only will be considered (determined by operational need, staff numbers and ability to accommodate this).

Essential Criteria:

Full UK or EU driving licence (international licence cannot be accepted due to insurance policy conditions)

Confidence driving the client's wheelchair accessible vehicle

Ability to work on the required shifts (set shifts may be possible)

Ability to work well within a team & have a positive & caring attitude

Physical ability to undertake all aspects of manual handling & activities

Ability to maintain professional boundaries & confidentiality

Non-smoker

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Ability to dynamically risk assess & problem-solve

Ability to advocate for Matthew

Punctuality & excellent time-keeping

Honesty & being an appropriate role model

Ability to maintain a discreet presence when Matthew requires time with his family

Bubbly & enthusiastic personality

Confident in water (hydrotherapy pool)

Computer literacy

Preferable Criteria

Experience of working in a client's home or social care delivery

Knowledge/ experience of cerebral palsy

NVQ/QCF (Health & Social Care) or Care Certificate

Experience of communication aids & strategies

Previous applicants need not apply.

Link Case Management Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our clients and we will regularly provide training and undertake screening of all applicants and employees. Job offers are subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Screening & references and include a 6-month probation period.

The interview process will consist of an in-person or video conference formal interview and an informal in-person meeting with our client and/or their family member.

It is an offence for anyone barred from working in regulated activity, to apply for this role (Regulated activity is defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 and refers to working with children, young people or adults at risk and not the 'regulated activities' laid out in the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014

Call 0161-445-5500 or email recruitment@linkcm.co.uk for an application pack, quoting reference LCM116-25

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.50-15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 40 per week

Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

UK or EU driving licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/08/2025
Reference ID: LCM116-25