Care Assistant near Wetherby (LS23)

UKCIL Ltd.; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd. is seeking a Care Assistant to support a 32-year-old with a complex degenerative condition in a family home near Wetherby (LS23). This 1-to-1 role focuses on clinical safety, PEG feeding, personal care and quality of life, with full training provided for PEG duties.

The successful candidate will have a UK driving license, be a non-smoker, and be comfortable working in a home setting. Hours are part-time (minimum 10 hours) at a clinical rate, with opportunities to extend as needs

Qualifications

• Experience with PEG feeding is a plus, but we provide full training.
• Must be a non-smoker with a clean UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with washing, grooming, toileting, dressing, feeding, moving and handling.
• Administering medication, via PEG, including record keeping.
• Maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment within the home.
• Providing mental and emotional support.
• Organising suitable recreational activities.
• Acting as a keen observer of changes in health or mood due to the condition.
• Collaborating with family and other health/social care professionals to adapt care as needs evolve.

Skills

PEG feeding experience

Full UK driving license

Non-smoker

Job description

Care Assistant near Wetherby (LS23)

The Role

Personal Care Assistant supporting our 32-year-old son with his complex degenerative neurological condition. This is a 1-to-1 role within an existing team, focusing on clinical safety, PEG feeding, and quality of life.

Who we’re looking for:

• Experience with PEG feeding is a plus, but we provide full training.
• Must be a non-smoker with a clean UK driving license.

Why join us?

You will be working directly for the family, ensuring a level of care consistency that is often thought missing in agency-led support.

• We offer a stable, 1-to-1 role where your clinical expertise and care skills can be valued in a family-centred setting rather than a busy ward or hospice environment.

Location:

Location is typically the family home (with other family members) near Wetherby, but also includes hospital visits, family visits and other social and clinical settings.

Key duties and responsibilities

You will be responsible for ensuring their safety, health, and wellbeing through diligently following a bespoke care plan.

• Assisting with washing, grooming, toileting, dressing, feeding, moving and handling
• Administering medication, via PEG, including record keeping
• Maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment within the home
• Providing mental and emotional support
• Organising suitable recreational activities
• Acting as a keen observer of subtle changes in health or mood, given the degenerative nature of the condition
• Collaborating with family and other health care and social care professionals to provide the best possible care as his needs evlove

Hours and Rates:

Part time, at least 10 hours, with specific daytime hours to be agreed. Pay is at clinical rate.

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Transportation

• Full UK driving license

Medical

• Safe Administration of Medication
• Continence Care
• PEG Feeding