Support Worker, B74, Fantastic weekend opportunity for experienced support workers. Support an 18-year-old with Cerebral Palsy. Up to £19.80 gross per hour.
Location: Sutton Coldfield, B74
Wage/Salary: £17.80 gross per hour on weekdays, and £19.80 gross per hour on weekends. On-call Night rate: £13.50 gross per hour.
Driver required? Yes, essential, with own car to access the client’s home and to drive Jack to activities
Use of car? On duty (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle)
Accommodation: Own bedroom and bathroom provided while on duty
Essential: Candidates must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and proven experience managing behaviours that may challenge, using strategies such as distraction, redirection, and de-escalation. Confident to take Jack swimming.
Desirable: Experience supporting individuals with Cerebral Palsy or a physical disability, working in a family home.
Start Date: ASAP, but Jack and his family will wait for the right candidate
Days & Hours: A minimum average of 20.77 hours per week, working 3 out of 4 weekends each month. Shifts typically run from Friday or Saturday afternoon through to Sunday evening or Monday morning. Please click here to view examples of the various shift patterns. Rotas are agreed three months in advance. Additional hours are available during school holidays and to cover sickness and annual leave.
Recruiter: Sally sally@snapcare.co.uk
About this client: Jack is 18 and a bright, intuitive young man with an infectious sense of humour. He thrives with people who build trust and communicate clearly. Following an Acquired Brain Injury, Jack has Cerebral Palsy, learning needs, a visual impairment, and epilepsy (well-managed). He can find transitions challenging and benefits from structure, reassurance, and consistent behavioural support strategies. Jack has made excellent physical progress with his team’s support and regularly attends the gym. He loves music, singing, dancing, outdoor activities, swimming, and socialising with friends (some activities are 2:1).
Overview of Role: This is a hands-on role supporting Jack in all aspects of daily life, including personal care, mobility, transfers, and gym work, while encouraging participation in activities and new experiences. A key aspect of the role is confidently managing behaviours that may challenge, using established strategies such as distraction, redirection, and positive reinforcement. The ability to remain calm, think on your feet, and use humour to diffuse situations and maintain engagement is essential. You will support Jack in social and recreational activities and build a strong, consistent relationship. During night shifts, Jack generally sleeps well and may occasionally need minimal support.
Who This Job Would Suit: This role suits an experienced, confident support worker with strong behavioural management skills, emotional intelligence, and resilience. You will be confident, proactive, and able to bring consistency, positivity, and humour to your work. The ability to build rapport, encourage engagement, and support Jack to develop independence is key. A calm, resilient approach combined with a genuine sense of humour is essential.
What’s Great About This Job: You’ll join a welcoming, experienced, and supportive team who have made a real difference in Jack’s life. Excellent training and guidance in behaviour support are provided. A highly rewarding role with the opportunity to see genuine progress and achievement.
Who is recruiting for this role? Snap Care will carry out all recruitment, including shortlisting, recruiter interviews, and arranging employer interviews. Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.