Support Worker

Job description

Supporting a male client with a spinal injury

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a client who lives in the lovely village of Hoo. Our client is a gentleman in his early sixties who has sustained a spinal injury that affects his mobility. He is looking for confident, proactive Support Workers who can assist him both at home and out in the community.

About the Role

Our client requires support with daily living, mobility and a structured rehabilitation programme. Experience in any of the following would be highly advantageous: Neurogenic bladder care
Physiotherapy support
Bowel management
Awareness and management of autonomic dysreflexia
Rehabilitation is extremely important to him, and he is looking for someone who can encourage him at his own pace while remaining positive, patient and enthusiastic.

Rehabilitation & Exercise Routine

You will support the client with: Daily stretches in bed , covering full-body movement
Using his parallel bars , assisting and motivating him to walk and build strength
Gym sessions 2-3 mornings a week (approx. 1.5 hours), where he enjoys strength and fitness exercises
Using his gutter frame as part of his ongoing mobility plan
Community Access & Interests

A f ull clean, automatic Driving Licence is essential, as you will drive and accompany him out into the community. He enjoys: Days out, especially sandy beaches on sunny days
Cooking
Football
Spending time outdoors
Having a good laugh and engaging with upbeat company
Who We're Looking For

This role would suit someone who is: Confident driving an automatic vehicle
Energetic, encouraging and able to motivate at the client's own pace
Interested in rehabilitation, progression and mobility work
Friendly, with a good sense of humour
Keen to be part of the client's ongoing moving-and-handling journey toward achieving his long-term goals
Whether you currently working in a care home, school, hospital, supported living, or community setting-or if you have experience supporting individuals with comple...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

East Kilbride

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English