CARE SUPPORT WORKER

Nursing Direct, sister company to Nursdoc are currently recruiting a dedicated team of Care Support Workers to assist with the home transition of an adult client in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, offering one-to-one support in both the home and community settings, while ensuring the client's individual needs, routines, and safety are prioritised at all times.

You will work closely with a small team to provide person-centred care, helping the client manage daily activities, encouraging independence, and applying distraction techniques and coping strategies tailored to their bespoke care plan.

Essential skills & experience:

• Proven experience supporting adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Experience working with Mental Health conditions, including OCD, Complex PTSD, and self-injurious behaviours (e.g., head-banging, self-hitting)
• Familiarity with PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) techniques
• Competence in administering medication
• Understanding of complex behaviour and how to implement proactive support strategies

Preferred experience:

• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Experience with PEG-J feeding (training will be provided if not already held)

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and quality care delivery

What we offer:

• Weekly pay – paid every Friday
• Holiday pay
• Referral Bonus Scheme – earn £50 per Carer, £100 per Nurse referred (T&Cs apply)
• Excellent pay rates
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Free onsite parking
• Continual support from our experienced care team

If you're an experienced and compassionate Mental Health Support Worker looking to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE: Nursing Direct is a UK based agency and are only able to offer work in the UK. We require all applicants to be living in the UK with UK right to work. We cannot provide VISA sponsorships. We cannot consider candidates holding 20-Hour Student or Skilled Worker VISAs. You will need to reside within a commutable distance to the advertised location.

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