FEMALE Support worker requiredNeuroSupport services are currently recruiting Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants with a background of Brain Injury and Mental health experience to support services users with an acquired Brain Injury. Our service aims to support rehabilitation and in enabling people to optimise independence and quality of life.We are looking for psychology graduates,support Workers and Healthcare Assistants or suitable candidates who would be willing to support people both within their home environment and also willing to provide support in helping service users access the community. We are looking for candidates that are confident with working independently and providing empirical feedback where necessary.THIS IS A UK BASED POSITIONTO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE ,IT IS MANDATORY THAT: * YOU HAVE UK WORK EXPERIENCE IN A SIMILAR ROLE * YOUR CV CLEARLY SHOWS YOUR RELEVENT EXPERIENCE WHICH RELATES TO THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR. * EXPERIENCE IN BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT * A FULL CLEAN UK DRIVERS LICENCE AND ACCESS TO A CAR YOU CAN USE FOR WORKJob Title: Female Support WorkerLocation: TF10 8PXHourly Rate: £12.50-£14.00 per hour depending on experience.Driver Essential? YesPreferences:This role is open to *FEMALE* applicants. MUST speak clear English due to the clients disability.Start Date: ASAPDays & Hours:3 DAYS PER WEEK9am-2pmDays to be agreed between the Client and successful Support Worker.Flexibility is a must.Ad hoc additional shifts available to help out when other team members are on holiday or unavailable.About you-Essential Experience:Support Worker / Therapy Assistant with experience of enduring health conditions, Acquired Brain Injury, seizure monitoring and support when having seizures, psychology training or experience of mental health issues and assistance required to assist the client to manage feelings of anxiety/ being overwhelmed and ongoing health issues and concerns.Required activities:Our client is looking for a support worker who can help her with general day to day support: someone who is conscientious, friendly, approachable, MUST be a driver, and able to support with day to day practical tasks, such as to assist her with research that she is undertaking regarding her medical condition, planning of appointments and meetings, cleaning duties at home, shopping and undertaking errands for her, attending medical appointments, travel planning (including trips to London and/or abroad), exercise classes (locally), and spa days.Due to the complex presentation and needs of the client, the ideal candidate would be a FEMALE support assistant who has sound knowledge and experience of working with people with enduring medical conditions, mental health issues, brain injuries, worries and perseverative conversational topics, behaviours, and cognitive support requirements.The successful candidate MUST drive, and is confident to go to new locations and activities.Successful Candidates will: * Have access to full Training - including Brain Injury Awareness Training * CPD opportunities * Will be subject to Full Enhanced DBS * Competitive Hourly Rate * Gain Experience working with an MDTSuccessful candidate attributes:Abilities, Skills & Behaviours * A genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of others with the ability to promote well-being through positive attitude and work practices * The ability to work on your own initiative and be a well-integrated team member. * Willingness to participate in continuing professional development * Flexible and positive approach to work patterns/schedules and business needs * Excellent punctuality, reliability and a strong desire to accomplish goals and objectives * Caring, friendly and empathetic approach to clients with the ability to build professional relationships * Ability to remain calm and collective in a difficult and pressurised situation * Good verbal and written communication skills * Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills * Have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook & Excel) * Have at least six months experience of working in a support worker role or similar, in the past three years. * Must have a Full UK Driving License and access to your own car * Have Experience in the field of Psychology * Willing to become self-employedBenefits of working for NeuroSupport Services:Full enhanced DBSLiability InsuranceYearly Mandatory TrainingFood/Drink shift AllowancePartial Mileage and Travel time coveredFlexible working to meet your own requirementsWe offer flexible work patterns - full time, part time, ad-hoc and a variety of shifts with our clients to suit any life style