Job Overview
This is a lone working support role supporting an individual with complex needs, including epilepsy and behaviours that may challenge. The successful candidate will provide person‑centred support within the individual’s home and local community, helping them live a fulfilling and active life.
Responsibilities
- Provide person‑centred support within the home and community
- Support with daily living activities, routines, and personal care where required
- Support with epilepsy management and follow agreed care plans and protocols
- Safely manage and respond to behaviours that may challenge
- Accompany the individual to activities, including swimming and community outings
- Drive the service user’s mobility vehicle when required
- Promote independence, choice, dignity, and inclusion
- Administer medication in line with company policy and training
- Maintain accurate records and report concerns appropriately
- Work independently and confidently in a lone working environment
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience supporting individuals with behaviours that challenge
- Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy
- Comfortable working independently in a lone working setting
- Full UK Driving Licence – essential
- Comfortable driving a mobility/adapted vehicle
- Comfortable supporting swimming activities
- A caring, patient, resilient, and proactive approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and reliability
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (desirable)
Additional Requirements
Applicants must be respectful, culturally sensitive and able to work in a culturally appropriate manner for a Muslim family. The individual also has a pet cat in the home; therefore candidates must be comfortable working around animals.
Benefits
Flexible working opportunities, ongoing training & development through the Optimo Learning Academy, career progression opportunities, supportive management & team environment, employee assistance programme (Health Assured EAP), reward gateway, employee discounts & recognition platform, £500 refer‑a‑friend bonus scheme, paid DBS, paid pre‑employment training upon commencement of employment.
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