Male Support Worker

Job Title: Male Support Worker Brain Injury SupportPay Rate: £16.50 PAYE per hour weekdays | £17.50 PAYE per hour weekends | £18.00 PAYE per hour Bank HolidaysHours: Part-time Tuesdays 8:00am 10:00pm (14-hour shift) plus additional cover shifts for annual leave and sicknessLocation: East Cowick, GooleJob Type: Temporary with ongoing opportunitiesPriority Recruitment is excited to present this rewarding opportunity for an experienced Male Support Worker in the East Cowick area.Do you share our belief that disability is not a barrier, and that everyone deserves the opportunity to live as independently as possible? If so, we'd love to hear from you.This is an excellent opportunity to support a gentleman living with a brain injury within his own home and community, helping him maintain his independence, dignity, and quality of life.Salary & Benefits£16.50 PAYE per hour weekdays£17.50 PAYE per hour weekends£18.00 PAYE per hour Bank HolidaysPay rates increase following successful completion of probationWeekly pay every FridayDBS fees reimbursedRefer a Friend Scheme earn up to £500 per referralAccess to employee discounts and benefits platformOngoing training and development opportunitiesDedicated support from an experienced healthcare teamAbout the RoleWe are recruiting for an experienced Male Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a 51-year-old gentleman living with a brain injury.The client is a wheelchair user and requires support with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, moving and handling, and accessing the community. He enjoys maintaining his independence and benefits from consistent support from individuals who can build positive working relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.The role requires patience, resilience, and confidence when supporting behaviours that can be challenging. The client can communicate independently, although he may occasionally need support to repeat information to ensure understanding.Additional shifts may become available to cover annual leave, sickness, and service requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding all aspects of personal careSupporting with moving and transfers using appropriate equipment and techniquesAssisting with daily routines and activitiesSupporting community access and appointmentsPromoting independence and choice wherever possibleProviding emotional support and companionshipManaging and responding appropriately to behaviours that may challengeFollowing care plans, risk assessments, and support strategiesMaintaining accurate records and effective communication with the wider support teamAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:Previous care or support work experienceExperience supporting individuals with brain injuries (preferred)Experience managing behaviours that challenge (preferred)A calm, patient, and resilient approachExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsConfidence working independently and using initiativeA Full UK Driving LicenceAccess to your own vehicleExperience with moving and handling or willingness to undertake trainingWhy Apply?This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in someone's life while working within a supportive and specialist care environment.You will play an important role in helping the client maintain his independence, access his community, and achieve the best possible quality of life through person-centred support.Apply today for more information we'd love to hear from you!Holiday Pay InformationOur advertised PAYE rates include 12.07% holiday pay. You have full flexibility over how this is paid:Take it weekly as part of your pay, orAccrue it separately and use it when you take time offThere is no expiry on accrued holiday pay it is always available when you need it.This role is restricted to male applicants only. This is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.TPBN1_UKTJ