Children’s Complex Care Assistant

linkup; Hythe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider is looking for experienced and compassionate Healthcare Assistants in Hythe to provide one-to-one care for children with complex health needs. Duties will include monitoring health and providing support for various medical conditions. Flexible shift patterns are available, along with thorough paid training and wellbeing support. The ideal candidate should have experience in paediatric complex care and a valid UK driving licence. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

Benefits

Flexible or permanent contract

Blue light card

Earn a £50 voucher for friend referrals

Annual paid training and refreshers

Wellbeing support including counselling sessions

Employee events throughout the year

Accumulate holiday pay as you work

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering care to complex clients, preferably in the community.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Compassionate, confident, and gentle caring nature.

Responsibilities

• Monitor heart health and follow seizure management plan.
• Support visual and hearing impairments.
• Assist with sleep routines and observe for disrupted sleep.
• Monitor for chest infections and support respiratory health.
• Provide mobility support and safe handling for clients.

Skills

Knowledge of infection control

Experience with chest infections

Experience in paediatric complex care

Experience in scoliosis management

Experience in seizure management

Compassion

Job description

Job Overview

Healthcare Assistant Opportunity in Hythe. Are you a compassionate and experienced Healthcare Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life? Join our dedicated team providing one‑to‑one care for a child with complex health needs in their home. If you have a passion for delivering life‑changing care and expertise in complex medical support, this role presents a fulfilling opportunity for you!

The Role

We are currently recruiting an experienced and compassionate female Healthcare Assistant to support a young client with complex care needs during night shifts. This is a rewarding role for someone with a genuine passion for providing high‑quality care. You will work closely with the child’s family and the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, person‑centred care while supporting emotional well‑being and development. Comprehensive in‑house training and an induction programme will be provided, led by our Nurse Manager, to ensure you are fully equipped with the skills and knowledge required to deliver the highest standard of care. We are committed to supporting you throughout your role to ensure the best possible outcomes for our client.

Responsibilities

• Monitor heart health (dextrocardia) and follow seizure management plan
• Support visual and hearing impairments
• Assist with sleep routines and observe for disrupted sleep
• Monitor for chest infections and support respiratory health
• Provide mobility support for scoliosis and safe handling for osteoporosis
• Assist with personal care and developmental needs
• Report health changes and follow care protocols

Shift Patterns

Friday 21:30 – 07:30
Saturday 21:30 – 07:30

Essential

• Knowledge of infection control
• Experience with chest infections, scoliosis and seizure management
• Experience in paediatric complex care

Requirements

• Experience in paediatric complex care
• Experience in delivering care to complex clients, preferably in the community
• Experience in scoliosis and seizure management preferred
• Right to work in the UK
• Valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
• Compassion, confidence, and a gentle caring nature

Benefits

• Choice of day, night and weekend shifts
• Flexible or permanent contract
• Blue light card – we’ll pay for it
• Earn a £50 voucher for every friend you refer who joins our team
• Thorough paid training and supported induction with annual paid refreshers
• Industry‑leading training with annual paid refreshers
• Help you save for Christmas
• Wellbeing support including up to 6 face‑to‑face counselling sessions
• In‑house wellbeing team to support you
• 24/7 live chat and video calls with trained counsellors, and free financial and legal advice
• Employees of the Month rewarded with a £100 voucher
• Employee events throughout the year, including fish and chips on the beach
• Consistent support from our team of nurses and field care supervisors
• In‑house women’s health support
• Accumulate holiday pay as you work
• On‑going paid CPD training and clinical supervision to support revalidation requirements
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday