Job Description

Support Worker- Northwich

Permanent - 39 hours @ 13 per hour day rate (increasing to 14 per hour day rate after 6 month probation) and National Minimum wage sleep rate

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Our client is a young man who lives in his own property alongside his family, including his parents and siblings. He has his own self-contained living space within the home, supported by a dedicated support team, ensuring both independence and family connection.

He attends day services five days a week, where he is dropped off and collected by his support team. Outside of these hours, including evenings, weekends, he enjoys taking part in a wide range of activities with his support team and family, focusing on fun, engagement, and meaningful experiences.

The client has a brain injury and is a wheelchair user. He requires 2:1 support for transfers and personal care, as well as support with medication administration and management. He is supported by a well-established and collaborative multidisciplinary team (MDT), including Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy.

We are a small, friendly, and dedicated team who are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care in the clients own home. We are currently looking to welcome a compassionate and flexible Support Worker to join our team.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is enthusiastic, adaptable, and keen to support the client to live a life full of care, fun, and adventure while promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing.

Shifts can vary, depending on when he is attending day services. For example:

When attending day services:

Monday to Friday - 14.30pm-21.30pm

+sleep shifts 21.30pm -1130am

Saturday and Sunday- 09.30am-21.30pm

+sleep shifts. 21.30pm-10.30am

During holidays/break from day services:

Monday to Sunday 09.30am-21.30pm

+ sleep shifts. 21.30pm-10.30am

A message from the client's family:

"Our son is a happy cheeky young man who loves to be around people, especially friends and family. He loves to be outdoors, swimming, cycling, and trampolining. He likes to be kept busy but also enjoys cuddles on the sofa. His favourite shows include SpongeBob and the Cuphead show but he also loves to watch football and diving. His communication is limited so he can get frustrated and scream, especially at mealtimes. But he is mostly very easy going and has a wicked sense of humour."

Core Values

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate core values such as:

Guide and facilitate our clients journey through rehabilitation

Collaborate with the wider team and take part in regular review meetings

Provide stability and dedication to the role

Focus on improving the client's quality of life

Essential Requirements Include:

Skills in working autonomously when required however knows when to seek advice and assistance from the wider team, excellent communication skills including IT and verbal/non-verbal skills.

Preferable:

Past experience, qualifications in health and social care.

Please note that employment will be subject to references and an enhanced DBS disclosure being obtained.

Closing Date: no current closing date.

1st Interview Date (for successful candidates): Confirmed upon successful application shortlisting. Followed by meet and greet with family.

For more details, Email: office@beaconcasemanagement.com and quote ref: TK

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

Home care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person