Support Worker-Waking Nights - Retain Healthcare : Job Details

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