Support Worker

Acuity Care Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Supported Living healthcare provider is seeking a Female Support Worker in Doncaster to support a young person with complex needs. The role includes providing personalized care, assisting with health management, and building a trusting relationship. Ideal candidates should be caring and empathetic, eager to make a positive impact. Flexible working hours and competitive pay of £14 per hour are offered, with opportunities for further training and development.

Benefits

Access to Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card discount scheme

Further NVQ training

Progression opportunities

Generous Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in complex care is desirable, but not mandatory.
• Willingness to have fun and engage positively with the young person.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for a young person with complex needs.
• Support physical health, including tracheostomy care and PEG feeding.
• Help with household tasks to create a comfortable living space.

Skills

Caring

Empathy

Communication

Job description

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Female Support Worker
Pay rate: £14 per hour
Shift Pattern: 14:30-21:30 / 21:00-8:30

Be the Difference: Support a Young Person with Complex Needs

Are you a caring and adventurous individual looking to make a real difference in someone's life?We're on the hunt for someone who wants to make a difference to a bright young person living in their family home in Dunscroft, Doncaster.

This young person is creative, expressive, and fun-loving individual who deserves a supporter who can bring out the best in them.With a tracheostomy, ventilation, and PEG feed, they require complex care, but they're also bursting with personality and enthusiasm and , you'll be the key to unlocking their full potential. You'll build a strong, trusting relationship, understand their unique needs, and help them live life to the fullest. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and have a heart for supporting others, we want to hear from you !

Your Role: More Than Just Care

As a 1:1 supporter, you'll provide personalised care that's tailored to this young person's needs. This includes:

• Supporting their physical health, including tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, and ventilation management
• Helping with household tasks to create a comfortable and organised living space
• Building a strong bond through natural and respectful communication

But it's not just about the tasks - it's about being a positive influence, a friend, and a source of joy in their life. If you're up for the challenge and have a passion for making a difference, we can't wait to meet you!

While experience in complex care is desirable, it's not the only thing we're looking for. We want someone who's caring, empathetic, and willing to have fun. If that's you, let's chat!

More about Acuity Care Group

We have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations and supporting roles. Acuity Care Group is a Supported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions:

• Team Brain Injury Support
• Bespoke Health and Social Care
• LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism

This role sits within our Team Brain Injury Support, and you will be supported by an experienced hands-on Complex Care Manager.

We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do.Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences.

What next?

If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link but if you have any questions and need to know more before you apply, please drop us a call.

We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will arrange an interview on Teams.

Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What else do we offer?

• Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies
• Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expenses
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few.
• Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show.
• Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social Care
• Progression opportunities within the organisation
• Ongoing training and development
• A generous Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500!

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from women for this position.