Complex Care Support Worker - Night Shifts

Complex Care Support Worker - Night Shifts

This is a complex care support worker role for a young male client with various medical needs, including dystonia, dysphagia, and a PEG. The role involves assisting with personal care, medication administration, physiotherapy, and providing emotional support. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, with additional benefits and a supportive team environment.

The Complex Care Support Worker will be responsible for assisting the client with a range of tasks, including personal care, PEG feeding, medication administration, hydrotherapy physiotherapy, meal preparation, and providing emotional support. The successful candidate will need to have experience in supporting individuals with complex needs and be confident in working with various medical equipment and procedures. Strong communication skills and the ability to build a trusting relationship with the client are essential.

Libertatem Healthcare Group is a leading provider of exceptional care and support services, committed to helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes. The organization is rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission and 'Good' across all areas by CIW in Wales.

Complex Care Support Worker - Nights Shifts

Location: Port Talbott

Pay: £16.08 weeknight waking nights, £16.84 per hour weekend waking nights
Job Type: Zero-hour contract Shifts: 8pm-8am, 7 nights per week. Full time/part time hours available.

We also have sleeping night shifts available, 8pm-8am, plus day shifts 8am-8pm.

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 Port Talbott, working on a 2:1 ratio. Our client is a fun-loving male in his early 20’s with a brilliant sense of humour and a passion for football—proudly cheering for both Cardiff City FC and Chelsea. He’s an adrenaline enthusiast who enjoys skiing, surfing, and zip-wiring.

Whilst you won’t find a pet goat at home, you will spot a cherished photo of Bartley—the goat he sponsored in honour of Cardiff City’s mascot!

Our client has complex needs such as dystonia, dysphagia, and a PEG, plus allergies which require epi pens. To support his independence and lifestyle, we’re seeking support workers who are confident, empathetic, and capable of building a strong, trusting relationship, preferably via humour!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
• PEG feeding and medication
• Assisting with hydrotherapy physio
• Preparing meals and supporting with nutrition
• Administering medication (training provided)
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Supporting with moving and handling, mobility and physical activities

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience within a similar role, ideally supporting clients with complex needs.
• Experience and/or knowledge of PEG, dystonia and dysphagia
• A caring and compassionate nature
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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)
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• About Us

The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, 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.

Be part of something exceptional! The Libertatem Healthcare Group is proud to be rated OUTSTANDING by the Care Quality Commission and GOOD across all areas by CIW in Wales. Join a team that’s committed to delivering the highest standards of care and making a real difference every day.

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally supporting clients with complex needs, is required. Knowledge and/or experience of PEG, dystonia, and dysphagia is preferred. A valid UK driving license is essential for the role.

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.