Support Worker

Support WorkerPay rate: £12.88 - £13.91 per hour (weekly pay) Shift Pattern can include the following: Tuesday 8am-5:30pmWednesday 5:30pm-10pmThursday 8am-5:30pmSaturday 5pm-10pmSunday 8am-5pm, 9am-5pm & 5pm-10pmRequirements: Full UK Drivers License Required Unfortunately, we cannot provide VISA sponsorship and we do not hire on a relocation basis, you must currently be based in/around the Southampton area and able to commute.This role will be supporting a gentleman with a brain injury and concurrent health complications, he is also non-verbal following a road traffic accident. He is fully aware of what is going on around him and able to answer question, he likes to watch tv and films and he enjoys days out with his Support Workers. This role is a 2 to 1 from 0800 until 2200. Night shift is lone working, however you will have adequate shadow shifts and support from a team of long standing team members who know the gentleman and his needs well. He requires PEG feeding, Cough Assistance & Oral Suction. You will receive full clinical training to support this. If you are resilient, reliable, empathetic and looking for a role that truly makes a difference to someone else’s life then we want to hear from you. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport Workers cover all manners of support for others – from companionship and days out, to personal care and housekeeping. Support with all facets of daily livingFoster a supportive and inclusive environmentEnsure the individual's safety and well-being at all timesCommunicate effectively with the individual and other team membersMaintain confidentiality and respect privacyAdhere to care plans and guidelines providedSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseHold a Full UK drivers license & have access to your own vehicleHave experience/Confidence with the following: Hoists, Manual handling, PEG feeding, Cough Assist Machine & Oral SuctionBe patient and welcomingBe Helpful, reliable & professionalAble to help with personal carePotentially administer medication and Ideally hold an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care or related topic, or be willing to study towards thisWorked as a carer previously in the UK (Preferably atleast 3 months experience)Experience working closely with families of the supported (Preferred not essential)Experience working with brain injuries would be beneficial but not essentialClinical experience would be beneficial but not essential, as you will have to do the following with full training: Hoisting, Manual handling, PEG feeding, Cough Assist & Oral Suction Bonus points if you like pets!  The client has two very friendly dogsBenefitsAccess to Westfield Rewards – an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companiesAccess to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appts and to an EAP (employee assistance programme).money back for optical and dentistryAccess to blue light discount schemeAttractive holiday entitlementOpportunity to obtain NVQ’s in Health and Social CareProgression opportunities within the organisationOngoing training and developmentPension enrolmentA great Refer a Friend scheme – receive up to £500 through our rewards scheme when you refer a friend or family member.#MPAbout Team Brain InjuryWe are a leading healthcare provider in the UK, and a CQC Registered business, founded in 2006, with more than 800 employees who are part of the Bespoke Family. The business is at an exciting stage in its journey and growing quickly.  We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are individual-centred and our clients' needs are at the heart of everything we do.  Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with our clients, to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences. Our areas of expertise include: Learning Disabilities & Autism, Spinal Injuries, Physical Disabilities, Brain Injuries, Mental Health Conditions and Children's Services.We offer great opportunities for our Support Workers to join a dedicated client care team, in a supportive and friendly environment, with lots of scope for development and progression.