Female Support Worker – Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Female Support Worker – Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Location: Odell, Bedfordshire, MK43
Salary: £12.75 – £14.25 per hour (DOE)
Job Type: Self-Employed / Flexible (Full-time, Part-time, Ad-hoc)
Driver Essential: Yes
Start Date: ASAP
Hours:
Monday: 10am to 5pm
Tuesday: 10am to 5pm
Wednesday: 10am to 5pm
Thursday: 10am to 5pm
Friday: 10am to 9pm
Saturday: 10am to 9pm
Sunday: 10am to 5pm
NSS PLUS LTD (NeuroSupport Services) is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI) regain independence and improve their quality of life. We are currently seeking professional Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Odell, Bedfordshire.
The Role
We are currently seeking a Rehabilitation Support Worker to provide structured evening support to a 26-year-old male with an acquired brain injury and polytrauma. The focus of this role is on supporting routines, and providing social and emotional support to wind down the day in a positive and safe way.
The client is friendly, with a great sense of humour. He enjoys listening to music, DJing, darts, and fishing. The support role involves helping him to plan and prepare meals, tidy up, and encourage structure and positive routines to promote wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Meal preparation, encouraging independence and healthy choices.
* Facilitate and promote engagement in activities, including watching films or playing darts.
* Support to complete household tasks where appropriate.
* Provide emotional and social support to help the client unwind after the day.
* Monitor and report any changes in mood, motivation, or physical wellbeing to the case management team.
* Maintain accurate and detailed shift notes.
* Liaise with the case manager and therapy team, following guidance and the rehabilitation plan.
* Advocate for the client when necessary.
* Uphold safety, dignity, and privacy at all times.
* Attend supervision and training sessions as required.
* Transport to and from appointments and commitments.
* Light cleaning duties.
Mandatory Requirements
To be considered, candidates MUST meet the following criteria:
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UK Experience: At least 6 months of UK-based support worker experience (within the last 3 years).
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Licence: A full, clean UK Driving Licence and access to a car for work use.
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Communication: Clear, fluent English is essential.
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Status: Applicants must be willing to work on a self-employed basis.
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CV: Your CV must clearly highlight your relevant experience and qualifications.
Preferred Candidate Profile
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Experience in Brain Injury (ABI/TBI), stroke, dementia, or aphasia is highly advantageous.
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Background in Psychology (Graduates are encouraged to apply) or as a Therapy Assistant, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Healthcare Assistants or Care Worker
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Ability to work on your own initiative while being a key part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
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Strong organizational skills and basic IT literacy (Word/Excel).
Why Join Us?
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Allowances: Food/drink shift allowance + partial mileage and travel time coverage.
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Training: Access to full yearly mandatory online training.
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Support: Liability insurance provided.
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Growth: Gain valuable experience working alongside clinical professionals (OTs, Psychologists).
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Flexibility: Work patterns designed to suit your lifestyle.
All successful candidates will be subject to a Full Enhanced DBS check