We are recruiting experienced Support Workers to provide 2:1, 24-hour care for an individual with very complex mental health needs, including:
Eating disorders
High-risk self-harm behaviours (including ligaturing)
Emotional dysregulation
Potential requirement for physical intervention/restraint in line with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
Shift pattens are 12 hours shifts, both day and night and you will be expected to work every other weekend, nights is optional. Both part and full time contracts available.
Package:
Pay: £12.82 per hour (weekdays) | £13.03 per hour (weekends)
Included: Holiday pay, sick pay, pension & mileage (30p per mile)
Leave: 28 days annual leave
Pay cycle: Monthly pay with annual reviews each April
Hours: Guaranteed contracted hours
Extras: Pool cars, Blue Light Card & refer-a-friend scheme
Training: Full face-to-face induction, Care Certificate & ongoing development
Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Culture: Company-paid social events
Key Responsibilities
Deliver safe, person-centred, trauma-informed support at all times
Maintain constant observation and risk management where required
Support with meal plans, routines, emotional regulation and daily living
Respond appropriately to incidents of self-harm or escalating behaviour
Use de-escalation strategies and approved physical interventions
Complete accurate documentation, incident reports and handovers
Work closely with clinical teams, family members and commissioners
Essential Experience
? Previous experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs ? Direct experience with eating disorders and/or high-risk self-harm ? Confident working within PBS frameworks ? Willingness and ability to undertake physical intervention training ? Strong emotional resilience and professional boundaries
You will need to be able to attend three days training if successful which is scheduled for end of January so this role commences beginning of Feb.
Experience in 2:1 or 1:1 intensive support packages and or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care would be desirable
If youre experienced, resilient, and committed to high-quality care
we want to hear from you.
You must possess full right to work in the UK and not require sponsorship to be considered for this post. If you do not possess this you will not be contacted.
INDCARE
TPBN1_UKTJ
- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
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FullTime
- Category:
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Health