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Support Worker-Waking Nights

 

Job Description

CARE MORE IN 2024!

We are looking for a kind and experienced support worker to assist with waking nights near Chippenham!

The main duties and responsibilities include:

  • Remaining awake and alert for the entirety of the shift.
  • Completing regular checks for health and welfare.
  • Supporting the customer with their personal care needs.
  • Supporting the customer to meet their outcomes.
  • Administering medication.
  • Use of moving and assisting equipment such as ceiling track hoists, electric wheelchairs, through the floor lifts, toto’s etc.
  • Encouraging independence where possible.
Knowledge of spinal injury, autonomic dysreflexia, diabetes, stoma care and catheter care is desirable but if not, we can provide full training.

Requirements:
  • 1 year complex care experience necessary
  • PEG feeding and Oxygen experience
  • GCSE maths and English or higher
  • Must hold a Full UK driving license
Why Retain?
  • Weekly pay 
  • Flexible shift patterns to suit you, alternatively a rolling rota is also available
  • DBS cost paid back to you after 100 hours completed
  • Opportunity to top up your hours in other areas of the business
  • Opportunity to progress your career
  • Full induction process prior to employment commencing by Retain Skills

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