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Support Worker
Job Reference acuity/MC-C/69447/1949
Job Introduction
Support Worker
Pay rate: £12.71 Days- £13.13 Nights
Shift Pattern: 1 x 16-hour contract: 11am-15:00pm, 11am-16:00pm and 22:00pm-07:00am
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Female Support Worker to support an individual with complex care needs and learning disabilities in her family home. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by promoting independence and enhancing quality of life within a supportive environment.
You will support a friendly 33-year-old woman who enjoys arts and crafts, pampering, shopping, and spending time with her pets. She has Neuromyelitis Optica and associated neurological complications, requiring consistent, person-centred care. Her needs include tracheostomy care and suctioning, PEG feeding for all nutrition and medication, management of steroid-dependent adrenal insufficiency, and monitoring of low blood pressure. She is a wheelchair user and uses a standing frame daily to support her wellbeing.
Experience and Skills of a Support Worker:
- A compassionate, patient, and reliable individual
- A full UK driving license.
- Someone confident working in a complex care environment (or willing to be trained)
- Strong communication skills and a person-centred approach
- Ability to remain calm and professional in changing situations.
- A genuine passion for supporting others and improving lives.
Benefits:
- Clear Career Progression - Opportunities to grow and develop your career.
- Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy - Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
- Westfield Rewards - Discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants, and travel brands.
- Westfield Health Cash Plan - 24/7 GP access and healthcare cashback.
- Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential wellbeing and financial support.
- Company Mobile Phone
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- 28 Days Annual Leave
- Enhanced DBS Fully Funded
- Weekly or Monthly Pay Available
Our CARE values are at the heart of everything we do:
Compassionate. Accountable. Respectful. Empowering.
At Acuity Care Group, CARE isn't just a set of values, it's the way we work every day.