Job Description

Positive and personable support worker required to join a small team of staff working with Miss A in her family home.

We are a Case Management company, commissioned to provide supervision and management to staff who are employed by the person they work for. When you join a team working with Ben Holden Ltd, you will receive excellent support from a specialist Case Manager and Registered Manager, access to exceptional training to develop your professional knowledge and expertise, and the benefit of forming a meaningful relationship with the person you will be working with, to make a real difference to their life.

We are currently looking for a fourth member of staff to join Miss A's existing care team, working in her family home in a village near to Bury St Edmunds (IP31).

Hours will be between 8-12 per week over one shift on either a Thursday or Friday (with overtime available).

This post is open to

Female staff only as it involves personal care.Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 Part I)

Pay and Other Benefits:

14.27 for weekday hours 15.56 for weekend hours Double pay for bank holidays 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum (pro-rata) 2 weeks employer sick pay (after probation) Pay to attend supervision and training Mileage rates Access to the Ben Holden Ltd employee assistance programme and discount scheme
Experience in a similar role would be an advantage, however having positivity and patience, being personable, approachable and calm is equally important.

About Miss A

Miss A is described as a sociable, outgoing, and determined young person with a wicked sense of humour. She has Cerebral Palsy and mobilising with an electric wheelchair.

Since leaving full time education two years ago she has developed a busy weekly timetable which includes a volunteering role as well as attending several organised groups. She also enjoys spending time with friends shopping or going out for meals.

Miss A needs support with elements of her personal care, transfers and eating and drinking.

The Roles and Responsibilities of the job:

As above Miss shares her home with her mum and therefore sensitivity to the family home environment is crucial.

Supporting the development of independence with all activities. Personal care including washing, dressing, skin, teeth, nail and hair care. Assisting with her mobility, including assisting her to transfer using hoisting/stand aid equipment. Encourage active participation in all areas of household management. Encouragement and assistance with therapy regimes including regular physiotherapy and hydrotherapy. Promoting purposeful, structured time both at home and in the community. Transporting client in her own vehicle (therefore being a driver is essential) Accompanying Miss A to medical or other appointments if needed. Assisting/supporting with medication administration, if necessary, which is very infrequently. Support Miss A to maintain contact with other members of her family and facilitate visits.
To apply, send your CV and we will contact you should we require further information.

Please note that due to the nature of the employment we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14.27-15.56 per hour

Expected hours: 8 - 12 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Physical Setting:

Homecare
Shift:

Day shift
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 02/07/2025
Reference ID: CW013