Spinal Injury Support Worker

Job description

Job responsibilities

Spinal Injury Support Worker

Location: Cardiff Salary: £16.25 per hour weekday shifts, £17.25 per hour Saturdays, £18 per hour Sundays Job Type: Zero-hour contract Shifts: 8am-8pm, 7 days per week. Full time/part time hours available.

We also have waking and sleeping night shifts available, 8pm-8am, 7 days per week.

About Us: At Libertatem, we believe in providing exceptional care that makes a real difference in people’s lives. We are a friendly, supportive team dedicated to helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes.

Role Overview: We are offering an opportunity for experienced and dedicated Spinal Injury Support Workers to join our new client in Cardiff, working on a 2:1 ratio. To support their independence and lifestyle, we’re seeking support workers who are confident, empathetic, and capable of building a strong, trusting relationship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• Catheter Care & Bowel Management
• Respiratory Management (cough assist/suctioning)
• Autonomic Dysreflexia Management
• Preparing meals and supporting with nutrition
• Administering medication (training provided)
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Supporting with mobility and physical activities
• Light housekeeping duties

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience within a similar role, supporting clients with Spinal Injury, catheter care and bowel management
• A caring and compassionate nature
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A valid UK driving licence essential to drive the WAV during shifts essential.

What We Offer:

• Access to our benefits and communication platform
• Exclusive discounts at thousands of recognised retailers
• Access to our Wellness Centre
• Support with financial wellbeing
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Discounts on healthcare cash plans
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role, supporting clients with spinal injuries, catheter care, and bowel management is required. You should also possess a caring and compassionate nature, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A valid UK driving license is essential to drive the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) during shifts.

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 see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Enviva Complex Care

Address

Libertatem Healthcare Group

Cardiff

CF242RZ

Employer's website

https://sonderwell.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)