Support Worker – Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Support Worker – Brain Injury Rehabilitation Location: Lincoln, LN2 Salary: £12.75–£14.25 per hour (DOE) Job Type: Self-Employed / Flexible (Part-time) Driver Essential: Yes Start Date: ASAP Hours: Friday: 4pm to 7.30pm One weekend per month: Saturday & Sunday: 10am to 7:30pm NSS PLUS LTD (NeuroSupport Services) is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI) regain independence and improve their quality of life. We are currently seeking professional Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Lincoln. The Role Our client is a 8-year-old male, who has an acquired brain injury, since shortly after birth. We are looking for a Support Worker, who would be willing to support the client, both within their home environment, and also in accessing the community. The Ideal support worker will be who speaks clear English due to the client's disability. To be successfully considered for this position you must possess 1 year of UK based brain injury experience. The client will be requires assistance with the following activities: * Assistance with therapy programmes such as SLT, OT, and Physio * Assisting with personal care * Supervision when eating Our client enjoys: * Sporting activities * Going to the park * Going to the play centre * Trampoline park visits * Days out * Playing outside * Cooking and craft activities Mandatory Requirements To be considered, candidates MUST meet the following criteria: * UK Experience: At least 6 months of UK-based support worker experience (within the last 3 years). * Licence: A full, clean UK Driving Licence and access to a car for work use. * Communication: Clear, fluent English is essential. * Status: Applicants must be willing to work on a self-employed basis. * CV: Your CV must clearly highlight your relevant experience and qualifications. Preferred Candidate Profile * Experience in Brain Injury (ABI/TBI), stroke, dementia, or aphasia is highly advantageous. * Background in Psychology (Graduates are encouraged to apply) or as a Therapy Assistant, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Healthcare Assistants or Care Worker * Ability to work on your own initiative while being a key part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). * Strong organizational skills and basic IT literacy (Word/Excel). Why Join Us? * Allowances: Food/drink shift allowance + partial mileage and travel time coverage. * Training: Access to full yearly mandatory online training. * Support: Liability insurance provided. * Growth: Gain valuable experience working alongside clinical professionals (OTs, Psychologists). * Flexibility: Work patterns designed to suit your lifestyle. All successful candidates will be subject to a Full Enhanced DBS check