Cerebral Palsy Support Worker (Part time)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a committed Support Worker to join our team in Caldicot. In this position, you will deliver exceptional care and support to our young client with complex health needs, prioritizing their comfort, safety, and overall well-being.   Given the personal care requirements, we are looking for a female support worker. The ideal candidate should be able to drive and have access to a vehicle for school drop-offs and pick-ups, as well as for day outings and occasional trips away. You will have prior experience in care with a solid background in following care plans and protocols, you will be able to demonstrate confidence in your role, as well as taking a compassionate and caring approach towards your client. Working Hours: You will be a part of a team working flexible 15 hours across the week:  Bank hours 09:30am – 17:00, 21:00-8:00 (Waking Nights). Alternate weekends required. Key Responsibilities: Delivering personalised care and support to clients with complex health conditions. Assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation. Administering medication and monitoring health conditions. Providing emotional support and companionship. Maintaining accurate records of care provided and reporting any changes in clients’ conditions. Collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care. Requirements: Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work the part time hours. Valid UK driver's license Benefits: Supportive and friendly working environment. Opportunities for professional development and training. DBS Paid for. Excellent training programme. Blue Light Card Eligibility. Our Safeguarding Commitment Libertatem Healthcare Group recognise the benefits of people and organisations working together to prevent and stop both the risks and experience of abuse or neglect, whilst balancing the right to be safe with the right to make informed choices. At the same time, making sure that adult’s and children’s wellbeing is promoted including taking into consideration their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs in deciding on any action. With this in mind, we will work to adhere to the six key principles that underpin all safeguarding work. #LibertatemLibertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do.   The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Enviva Complex Care

Address

Libertatem Healthcare Group

Caldicot

NP26 4EW

Employer's website

https://sonderwell.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)