Children's Complex Care Assistant

Alcedo Care; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 20,319 - 21,008; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 welcome bonus after 3 months

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Referral scheme – £252 per referral

Mileage contribution for drivers

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Children's Complex Care Assistant to deliver high-quality support for individuals with complex health needs. Candidates should have at least 6 months of care experience and a full UK driving licence. The role offers a pay range of £14.75‑£15.25 per hour, flexible working hours, and comprehensive training. Enhanced bank holiday rates and a welcome bonus are included in the benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting.
• Experience with tracheostomy care is ideal but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Minimum age 18; Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs.
• Perform clinical tasks including manual cough assist and medication administration.
• Promote independence and provide a real sense of joy to those supported.
• Receive comprehensive training from in-house Registered Nurses.

Skills

Hands-on care experience

Ability to work unsupervised

Tracheostomy care experience

Flexible working hours

Job description

Join to apply for the Children's Complex Care Assistant role at Alcedo Care.

Working locations include Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn, Burnley, Nelson, Padiham, The Ribble Valley and Sabden. A full UK driving licence is required.

Base Pay Range

£14.75‑£15.25 per hour, plus pension and holiday pay – rolled‑up pay rate of £17.03‑£17.60.

Benefits

• £250 welcome bonus after your 3‑month probation review
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Referral scheme – £252 per referral
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible working hours (full‑time, part‑time, casual)
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred support to individuals with complex health needs (spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, neurological disorders).
• Perform clinical tasks including manual cough assist, digital bowel stimulation, postural and spinal support, PEG care, tracheostomy care, continence management, medication administration, mobility support, meal preparation and household tasks.
• Promote independence and provide a real sense of joy to those you support.
• Receive comprehensive training and competency sign‑off from in‑house Registered Nurses.

Qualifications & Requirements

• At least 6 months of hands‑on care experience in a UK care setting.
• Experience with tracheostomy care is ideal but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Minimum age 18; Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.
• Ability to work unsupervised with vulnerable individuals and flexible hours, including evenings and nights.