Bank Complex Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Complex Care Assistant in Maidstone, where you will help individuals with severe disabilities lead fulfilling lives. This role offers flexible part-time shifts, allowing you to provide essential care and support to clients in their own homes. You will be part of a compassionate team, engaging clients in community activities while ensuring their comfort and well-being. With fully funded training and opportunities for career progression, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the health and social care sector.

Benefits

Fully funded training

Higher than average pay rates

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working hours

24/7 support from line managers

Access to Mental Health First Aider

Participation in annual charity events

Full PPE provided

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Accompanying clients to social events and shopping.
• Assisting with moving and handling.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Care Experience

Job description

Job Title: Complex Care Assistant

Join our growing team in Maidstone, Kent, to help people live rewarding and fulfilled lives in their own homes. We are offering flexible part-time shifts, starting with just a few hours each week.

Job Overview

• Location: Maidstone and surrounding area
• Hourly Rate: £15.00 to £16.83
• Shifts available: Part-time, flexible shifts including weekdays and weekends

Eligibility Criteria

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.
• Full UK driving licence is required to operate a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV).

Role Description

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to provide complex care support to clients with severe traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, and challenging behaviors. Our clients enjoy engaging with the community, and your role will involve providing high-level care and facilitating access to social activities. You will meet clients and their families beforehand to ensure you're well-prepared for the role.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Accompanying clients to social events, shopping, etc.
• Performing basic household chores
• Assisting with moving and handling
• Providing PEG, Tracheostomy, Catheter, and Stoma care (training provided)

Requirements

• Genuine empathy and caring nature
• Ability to work well in a team

If you are interested, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

• Fully funded training and access to our training academy
• Higher than average pay rates, with additional pay on weekends and holidays
• Opportunities for health and social care qualifications
• Career progression and potential to pursue nursing qualifications
• Refer a friend scheme (terms apply)
• 24/7 support from line managers and assistance team
• Access to Mental Health First Aider
• Participation in annual charity events
• Flexible working hours
• Full PPE provided, with weekly testing

Recruitment Process

As a CQC-regulated employer, offers are subject to references, DBS checks, and other necessary verifications. Mandatory training tailored to each client's needs must be completed before starting work.