Duration: Ongoing
Hours: Shifts available (Morning 9am - 11am, Afternoon 12:30pm - 1:30pm, Evening 18:30 - 19:30)
Full job description
We are looking for a Support Worker who will provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to an individual living with a spinal cord injury (C4 ASIA C tetraplegia). The role focuses on promoting independence, supporting physical and emotional wellbeing, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
The individual is highly motivated to maximise her independence, return home, and work towards eventually returning to her career as a social worker. She currently requires 24-hour support.
Responsibilities:
- Provide safe, person-centred care in line with Marie s care plan and risk assessments.
- Support with personal care, mobility, transfers, positioning, and daily living activities while maintaining dignity and independence.
- Encourage rehabilitation, confidence, and progress towards independent living.
- Provide emotional support and promote overall wellbeing.
- Support nutrition, hydration, medication, and household tasks where required and authorised.
- Assist Marie in preparing for a safe transition home to live with her partner.
- Encourage meaningful activities, social engagement, and community participation.
- Monitor and report changes in physical or emotional wellbeing and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Maintain accurate care records, daily notes, and incident reports.
- Communicate effectively with family members, managers, healthcare professionals, and the wider care team.
Requirements:
- Minimum 6 months recent care/support work experience.
- Experience supporting adults with complex needs or physical disabilities.
- Ability to assist with personal care, mobility, transfers, and daily living.
- Compassionate, patient, reliable, and professional approach.
- Good communication and record-keeping skills.
- Understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care.
- Willingness to work 24-hour care shifts, including weekends.
- Spinal cord injury or rehabilitation experience is desirable.
- Relevant care training and Enhanced DBS required.
If you are compassionate, reliable, patient, and passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care while supporting independence and positive outcomes, we would be happy to hear from you.
