Care assistant/Support worker/Driver

HFH Healthcare; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking enthusiastic Care Assistants/Support Workers/Drivers to join their dedicated team in Abingdon. This role involves providing specialist care to clients with complex needs, including tracheostomy and enteral feeding. With a strong emphasis on training and development, you will receive bespoke training tailored to your role, ensuring you are well-equipped to deliver top-quality care. Enjoy consistent work patterns, competitive hourly rates, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes your professional growth. If you are adaptable and eager to make a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid holiday

Pension

Recognition schemes

Referral bonuses

Wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Previous care experience preferred, but full training is provided.
• Bespoke training in tracheostomy care, ventilation support, and more.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for clients with complex needs including tracheostomy and enteral feeding.
• Work flexible shifts including days and nights, with a focus on one client per shift.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Professional approach to care

Calm and reassuring personality

Consistent support approach

Job description

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At HFH Healthcare, we meet the growing need for complex care by providing specialist nurse-led services to adults & children in their homes, working with NHS Continuing Healthcare teams. We deliver care 24/7, 365 days a year.

Client details:

Male, 29 years old, diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, tracheostomy, secretion management, enteral feeding.

Job Description:

We are recruiting enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable carers for day and night shifts, including weekends, in Abingdon. Previous care experience is preferred, but full training and support are provided.

Shift pattern:

• 12-hour day shifts
• 12-hour night shifts

Team qualities:

• Excellent communication skills
• Professional approach to care
• Calm and reassuring personality
• Consistent support approach

Training and skills:

Our development centre offers bespoke training in areas such as:

• Tracheostomy care
• Ventilation support
• Airway suctioning
• Autonomic Dysreflexia
• Oxygen therapy
• Bowel management
• Enteral feeding
• Seizure management
• Complex medication
• Handling challenging behaviors
• Positioning and mobility

What HFH offers:

• Focus on career development and safety
• Fast onboarding with full support
• Consistent work patterns and client assignments
• Specialist clinical training and ongoing support
• Progression opportunities
• 24/7 support from dedicated teams
• No mandatory uniform

Pay and benefits:

• Hourly rates between £14 - £17.93
• Work with one client per shift, no travel between homes
• Average earnings of £500 - £555 per week for three shifts
• Annual income approximately £26,200 - £28,950
• PAYE employment, inclusive holiday pay, and no IR35 concerns
• Additional benefits: paid holiday, pension, recognition schemes, referral bonuses, wellbeing support, retail discounts

Requirements:

• Over 18 years old
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexible travel arrangements
• Good English communication skills
• Enhanced DBS check (can be applied for upon registration)

Additional info:

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Healthcare