Job Description

Support Worker - Support a Tech-Savvy and Independent Gentleman!

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Pay Rate: 14-15 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

Are you someone who enjoys great conversation, values independence, and wants to make a real impact? We're looking for a Support Worker to support an intelligent, tech-savvy man in accessing the community and enjoying activities he loves. He has a passion for gadgets, motorbikes, and engineering, loves good conversation, and enjoys fixing things, going to the cinema, taking his mum to the pub for lunch, and would like to go on short breaks in the UK and abroad with his team.

He's looking for someone patient and understanding to support him in continuing to see his mum daily, going to the cinema, playing pool/snooker, and going bowling. He also needs a little help with reminders for hospital appointments and when household bills are due. Whether it's heading out for social outings, playing a game of pool, or making sure he's set up for the day, you'll be a key part of his routine.

What we offer our Support Workers:

An excellent salary: 14 per hour Specialist training and the opportunity to gain a Diploma in Health & Social Care Pension scheme & paid holiday Flexible working to support your work-life balance Weekly pay with PAYE or self-employed options Long-term career opportunities with a dedicated and friendly team Regular customers & planned work schedules Full introduction to customers to help build strong relationships Support from your Line Manager, with regular face-to-face & virtual meetings
The ideal Support Worker will be:

Someone with a patient, encouraging nature Have experience supporting individuals with cognitive or neurological conditions is desirable Have a good sense of humour and the ability to adapt to different social settings Someone comfortable in a home where smoking is permitted Have at least 6 months of experience supporting someone with an acquired brain injury Have strong communication and emotional resilience Someone calm, reliable, and supportive who respects independence A driver with business insurance on their car (Essential for this role) A willingness to go on weekends away/ short trips with our client - both in the UK and abroad.
Your key responsibilities as a Support Worker will be:

Prompting daily routines and personal care Encouraging independence and emotional regulation Accessing the community for activities Keeping boundaries clear and routines consistent Reporting and recording behavioural changes Supporting with medical appointments Encouraging household tasks, and support with packing/ sorting and organising his home (he's planning on moving home soon!) Going on local and international trips and short breaks with this client
If you're looking for a rewarding role as a Support Worker where you can build genuine connections while helping someone live life to the fullest, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our Support Worker team and let's have a chat!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Referral programme
Physical Setting:

Homecare
Shift:

Day shift
Work days:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

care: 1 year (preferred) working with adults with acquired brain injury: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

driving license and valid business insurance on your car (required) DBS that is registered on the Update Service (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: NLH/TA6/JA