Job Summary
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Support Worker to join our team in Middlesbrough, providing essential support for an individual with a catastrophic brain injury following a road traffic accident, living at home with structured support in place.
The role focuses on promoting independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life through person-centred care. There is also potential for this package to develop into a full-time role following successful weekend support.
Duties
- Personal Care
- Support with bathing/showering when required
- Assistance with drying, dressing, and hygiene routines
- Skin integrity checks and reporting concerns
- Mobility & Safety
- Safe support with transfers and mobility
- Maintaining a safe environment, particularly after bathing
- Supporting use of mobility aids where required
- Communication & Daily Living
- Supporting effective communication
- Promoting independence in daily decisions
- Encouraging engagement in routine activities
- Domestic Support
- Light household tasks (cleaning, laundry, tidying)
- Maintaining a safe, clean, organised home environment
- Supporting meal preparation and hydration prompts if needed
- Routine Overview (Flexible)
- Evening Routine
- Support with optional shower/bath routine
- Ensure safety during transfers and wet-floor risks
- Assistance with drying and skin checks
- Bedtime preparation and positioning support
- Ensuring call systems/alerts are in place
- Morning Routine
- Minimal support with dressing
- Prompting morning medication
- Supporting hygiene routines where needed
- Light domestic tasks (bed making, cleaning, kitchen hygiene)
- Encouraging independence with daily activities
Qualifications
- Experience in complex care or neurological support (preferred)
- Excellent spoken and written English (essential)
- Must be able to drive (essential)
- Confident delivering personal care
- Calm, patient, and respectful approach
- Reliable weekend availability
- Ability to promote independence while ensuring safety
Join us in delivering exceptional care that enhances lives every day! We value energetic individuals who are committed to making a positive impact through dedicated caregiving. This paid role offers rewarding opportunities for growth within the healthcare field while fostering a supportive team environment.
Pay: £18.00-£20.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship?
- Service User has a small dog, are you ok with small dogs?
- Are you a driver? (Need to be a driver for this role)
- Do you have experience with Acquired Brain Injury patients?
Work Location: In person
