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.
