Live in Support Worker jobs

Experienced Spinal Cord Injury professionals only – this is NOT a general support worker role.

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced and proficient Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Complex Care Professional to join a two-person live-in team.

A nursing/healthcare background, clinical education or substantial specialist SCI experience is highly desirable. Applicants must have genuine hands-on experience managing complex SCI needs and be committed to exceptionally high standards of person-centred care.

Working Pattern

Self-employed, live-in

● 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, or

● 1 week on / 1 week off

You will work alongside a second experienced professional but must also be confident working independently, using initiative, anticipating needs and responding appropriately in emergencies.

Essential Experience

You must be experienced and proficient in:

● Complex SCI care

● Bowel management

● Autonomic dysreflexia

● Suprapubic catheter care

● Moving & handling, hoisting, positioning and transfers

● Skin integrity and pressure-area prevention

● Strict cross-infection control

● Passive exercise, stretching and range-of-motion routines

● Knowledge of appropriate pain relief techniques

● Person-centred care with dignity, empathy and discretion

● Recognising and responding appropriately to emergencies and changes in condition

About You

You will be professional, proactive, observant and highly reliable, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively both as part of a two-person team and on your own initiative.

You must be physically and mentally fit for an active, busy lifestyle, hardworking, flexible, trustworthy, discreet and punctual.

You must also be:

● Calm and competent under pressure

● An excellent communicator with a high standard of spoken and written English

● A non-smoker

● A confident and competent driver

● Positive and personable with a good sense of humour

● Legally entitled to work in the UK

Travel

The position involves occasional international travel.

Applicants must hold a valid passport allowing visa-free travel to the destinations required for the role and be willing and able to travel when required.

Working Environment

Excellent working conditions within a high-standard private environment, with food provided while on duty, free parking, and appropriate breaks/downtime according to care requirements and the daily schedule.

Two-Stage Selection Process

Stage 1: Video interview.

Stage 2: In-person interview, including a practical assessment of moving & handling, transfers and safe hoisting techniques.

Applicants must be comfortable demonstrating their practical competence as part of the selection process.

Please Only Apply If Suitably Experienced

This is not an entry-level or general care position.

Only apply if you have substantial hands-on SCI experience, particularly in bowel management, autonomic dysreflexia, suprapubic catheter care, moving & handling and hoisting.

We are looking for a professional who takes pride in delivering exceptionally high standards of care and will become a reliable and valued member of a small professional team.

Serious, appropriately experienced applicants only.

Pay: From £200.00 per day

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reading RG7 1ST: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

• Spinal cord injury : 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person