Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Northampton is seeking a caring and dedicated Complex Care Assistant to support a young woman with drug-resistant epilepsy at home. The role involves personal care, medication administration, and engaging activities. No previous complex care experience is required, as full training will be provided. Candidates should be energetic, empathetic, and available for weekday and weekend shifts. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and make a real difference in clients' lives.

Benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid annual leave

Refer-a-friend bonus

Fully funded Enhanced DBS check

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• No complex care experience required; training and clinical support provided.
• Non-smoker and comfortable in a home with a pet dog.
• Available for weekday and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support a young woman with drug-resistant epilepsy as part of a 2:1 care package.
• Provide personal care, medication administration, and seizure monitoring.
• Engage in sensory play and creative activities.

Skills

Energy

Empathy

Enthusiasm

Job description

Shifts Available: 12-hour day shifts | Weekdays and weekends

What we offer

Independent Community Care Management (ICCM) is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds.

What we offer:

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Paid annual leave
• Refer-a-friend bonus
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Access to ourin-house app
• Work for thelargest care companyin the UK!
• Book an interview at atime and date that suits you!

Job Description

What you’ll do

We are seeking a caring and dedicated Complex Care Assistant to support our 18-year-old client as part of a 2:1 care package in her family home.

Our client is a young woman living with drug-resistant epilepsy due to cortical dysplasia, experiencing multiple types of seizures. Your role will be varied and rewarding, involving:

• Personal care
• PEG feeding and medication administration
• Seizure monitoring and management
• Moving and handling
• Engaging in sensory play, arts and crafts, story time, and outings

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, empathy, and enthusiasm to every shift. If you’re someone who values building meaningful relationships, enjoys creative play and engaging activities, and can deliver attentive, high-quality care - we’d love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to be a non-smoker, comfortable working in a home with a pet dog, and available for both weekday and weekend day shifts.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and become part of a team that makes a real difference.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

You don’t need complex care experience to apply for this role as this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and become part of a team that makes a real difference. You’ll receive full training and ongoing clinical support to develop in key complex areas.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We care for and support people of all ages, in the community, and their homes, with Spinal Cord injury, Muscular dystrophy, acquired brain injuries and many other complex needs. Every day will be different. You will be making your clients’ days brighter whilst developing your skills and knowledge.

We see extraordinary achievements happen everyday thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech, and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal-opportunity employer.