Support Worker

_Please note: Unfortunately, we cannot provide sponsorship for applicants_.

**Are you fun, compassionate, caring, and enjoy helping others?**

**Join Our Team at Headway Shropshire**

At Headway Shropshire, we are dedicated to providing exceptional support to individuals living with acquired brain injuries. Our mission is to empower our clients to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their personal goals.

**Position Available: Community Support Worker**

We are currently seeking a dedicated Female Support Worker to join us in providing exceptional care. In this role, you will work closely on a 2-to-1 basis with a 58-year-old female with an acquired brain injury, ensuring she receives the support and assistance she needs.

**Schedule**:
This is a rewarding opportunity with a schedule that requires availability from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon every week, providing 24-hour care.

**Responsibilities**:
As a Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

- Assisting with day-to-day activities such as preparing shopping lists, shopping, budgeting, cooking, cleaning, ironing, and gardening.
- Providing personalisedd care and support tailored to the individual's needs.
- Maintaining a safe and supportive environment at all times.

**Additional Information**:
While the individual you'll be supporting is based in Tibberton, there may be opportunities to support other clients within the Shropshire area. Flexibility in travel may be required to fulfill this aspect of the role. Additionally, you have the option to pick up shifts with other clients for additional hours.
- Strong-minded and capable of remaining calm under pressure.
- Proactive in providing support and assistance.
- Compassionate and caring, with a genuine desire to make a positive impact.
- Ability to lead by example and work effectively within a team.

Experience in a similar role supporting adults with complex behaviors is desirable.

**About Headway Shropshire**

Headway Shropshire is a leading charity dedicated to supporting adults with acquired brain injuries throughout Shropshire. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and regain independence following brain injury. We offer a range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients, including rehabilitation programs, counseling, support groups, and assistance with daily living activities. Additionally, we provide access to our Community Wellbeing Centre, a hub for social engagement and therapeutic activities. Our dedicated Community Team, known as ABICS (Acquired Brain Injury Community Support), delivers personalised support services to individuals in their homes and communities. Through our compassionate and specialised care, we enhance the quality of life for those affected by brain injury and their families.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact in a rewarding environment.

**What We Offer**:

- Varied work patterns with flexible schedules and structured rosters for a healthy work-life balance.
- Permanent and full-time contracts available, up to 36 hours per week, with overtime options.
- Passionate about career development - we encourage growth with additional training support.

**Benefits**:

- Company pension scheme.
- Healthcare benefits.
- Medicash scheme.
- £100 refer-a-friend scheme*.
- Increased overtime pay.
- Competitive rates of pay, with an additional 30p per mile and travel time.
- £10 mobile phone allowance.

**Essential Requirements: Smartphone**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £11.44-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free or subsidised travel
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme

Physical setting:

- Homecare

Shift:

- Day shift
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- Do you have a level 2 or 3 in health and social care?
- Do you currently hold a valid visa allowing you to work in United Kingdom? Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road