Cerebral Palsy Support Worker

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be a compassionate, dedicated, adaptable, and reliable support worker who can offer flexible support and make a positive difference in the client's life. The role requires experience in a similar role within a family household, as well as experience with the client's conditions or a willingness to learn. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, an energetic and empathetic nature, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are also essential.

About us

Libertatem Healthcare Group is an organization that provides the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence. They operate on a national basis and are rated OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission.

Details

Date posted: 05 July 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £15.80 to £17.80 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 1339431629

Job locations: Libertatem Healthcare Group, Bedford, MK42 8HJ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Complex Care Support Worker

Location: Bedford

Hours:12-hour day shifts and night shifts available.

Pay:£15.80 per hour weekdays £16.80 per hour night shifts & Saturday day shift. £17.80 per hour Sunday day shift.

Additional hours available for 2:1 support, including out in the community.

We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated, adaptable and reliable support worker to join our team and provide tailored support to a young man with complex needs.

This rewarding role requires someone who can offer flexible support and make a positive difference in his life with daily activities, promoting independence and ensuring his physical and emotional wellbeing.

As his support worker you will support this young man both within a busy family home and is community settings, helping him to lead a fulfilling life and achieve his personal goals, your role will be diverse.

Due to role responsibilities, you must have a full UK driving licence for the day shifts.

About the Client:

Our client is a 20-year-old male with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Epilepsy and Dysphagia and he is wheel-chair dependant. He has an independent mindset and would like the respect and encouragement to make his own choices, however he needs carefully guided support for his safety and to remain focused on his goals. He is currently away at a specialist education college, due to return home June/July and is currently planning to attend a local further education college starting in September.

He likes cats and has two withing the family home, so team members must be comfortable with this. He also has an interest in trains & buses, cinema, music, church, olympics and balloons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Accompany client in the community on 2:1 ratio.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role, within a family household.
• Experience with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia and/or Epilepsy desirable – or a willingness to learn!
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature.
• Awareness of accessibility - knowledge of wheelchair friendly routes, transport and venues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.
• Valid UK driver's license.

Benefits:

• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• DBS paid for.
• Excellent training program.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

#Libertatem

Libertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do. The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Job responsibilities

Complex Care Support Worker

Location: Bedford

Hours:12-hour day shifts and night shifts available.

Pay:£15.80 per hour weekdays £16.80 per hour night shifts & Saturday day shift. £17.80 per hour Sunday day shift.

Additional hours available for 2:1 support, including out in the community.

We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated, adaptable and reliable support worker to join our team and provide tailored support to a young man with complex needs.

This rewarding role requires someone who can offer flexible support and make a positive difference in his life with daily activities, promoting independence and ensuring his physical and emotional wellbeing.

As his support worker you will support this young man both within a busy family home and is community settings, helping him to lead a fulfilling life and achieve his personal goals, your role will be diverse.

Due to role responsibilities, you must have a full UK driving licence for the day shifts.

About the Client:

Our client is a 20-year-old male with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Epilepsy and Dysphagia and he is wheel-chair dependant. He has an independent mindset and would like the respect and encouragement to make his own choices, however he needs carefully guided support for his safety and to remain focused on his goals. He is currently away at a specialist education college, due to return home June/July and is currently planning to attend a local further education college starting in September.

He likes cats and has two withing the family home, so team members must be comfortable with this. He also has an interest in trains & buses, cinema, music, church, olympics and balloons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalized care and support to our client
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Administer medication and monitor health conditions.
• Accompany client in the community on 2:1 ratio.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role, within a family household.
• Experience with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia and/or Epilepsy desirable – or a willingness to learn!
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, upbeat, and empathetic nature.
• Awareness of accessibility - knowledge of wheelchair friendly routes, transport and venues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.
• Valid UK driver's license.

Benefits:

• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• DBS paid for.
• Excellent training program.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

#Libertatem

Libertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do. The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Experience in a similar role, within a family household, is required. Experience with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Dysphagia, and/or Epilepsy is desirable, or a willingness to learn. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, an energetic and empathetic nature, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are also required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeNHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeNHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

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Address

Libertatem Healthcare Group

Bedford

MK42 8HJ

Employer's website: https://sonderwell.co.uk/

Employer contact details

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Recruitment Team

Libertatem Healthcare Group

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Details

Date posted: 05 July 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £15.80 to £17.80 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 1339431629

Job locations: Libertatem Healthcare Group, Bedford, MK42 8HJ

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