Support Worker
Acuity INC, Harriston, Cumbria
Support Worker
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Acuity INC, Harriston, Cumbria
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 5 Jun | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 557da6f3c27d417eacc8827bad60add8
Location ref: Harriston, Cumbria
Full Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Female Support Worker to support an individual with complex care needs and learning disabilities in her family home. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by promoting independence and enhancing quality of life within a supportive environment. You will support a friendly 33-year-old woman who enjoys arts and crafts, pampering, shopping, and spending time with her pets. She has Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) and associated neurological complications, requiring consistent, person-centred care. Her needs include tracheostomy care and suctioning, PEG feeding for all nutrition and medication, management of steroid-dependent adrenal insufficiency, and monitoring of low blood pressure. She is a wheelchair user and uses a standing frame daily to support her wellbeing.
- A compassionate, patient, and reliable individual
- A full UK driving license.
- Someone confident working in a complex care environment (or willing to be trained)
- Strong communication skills and a person-centred approach
- Ability to remain calm and professional in changing situations.
- A genuine passion for supporting others and improving lives.
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person-centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.