Clinical Complex Care Assistant - Waking Nights

Alcedo Care; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Referral scheme

Mileage contribution

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Free DBS check

Job summary

Alcedo Care is seeking a Complex Care Assistant to support a lady in her home in Egremont. Shifts are flexible with 12-hour waking night patterns and hours range from 20 to 40 per week.

You’ll receive full nurse-led training for clinical skills, with at least 6 months’ hands-on UK care experience. Tasks include PEG, suction, tracheostomy support, medication assistance, mobility, meal prep and light domestic duties.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting.
• Care sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs.
• Assist with PEG, suction and tracheostomy support under supervision.
• Assist with medication, mobility, meal preparation and household tasks.

Skills

Care experience

Job description

Join Alcedo Care as a Complex Care Assistant in Egremont.

Excellent rates of pay £14.75- £15.75 + Pension + Holiday Pay (equivalent to £17.03 to £18.18 per hour including holiday pay)

Expected average hours - 20 to 40 hours plus per week. Shifts are flexible where possible and work in 12 hour waking nights.

This package will involve supporting a lady 2-1 in her home with MND, Tracheostomy, Peg, Suction, Ventilation and more. Full nurse led training will be provided for all clinical skills however, previous experience of at least 6 months in the care sector will be required.

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives? Do you have a caring nature, and desire to support individuals in their own homes as a Complex Care Assistant?

Alcedo Care are proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past six years. You'll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community.

• Paid training following successful completion of 1 week's work
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Extra earnings through our referral scheme - £250 for every successful referral.
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible working hours (full-time, part time and casual)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support
• We are offering a free DBS check!

We're proud of our strong family values and supportive culture. With over 24 branches across the North-West, Lakes and Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Wales, we deliver more than a million care hours each year. Our award-winning in-house training team, including Registered Nurses, ensure you receive all the support and skills you need as a Complex Care Assistant, recognised nationally with the Princess Royal Training Award.

We believe in helping you develop in your career with Alcedo Care. Through our Rising Stars programme, we offer structured development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring.

About The Role

As a people person, you will enjoy meeting and supporting a diverse range of people of all ages

To work with us as a Complex Care Assistant, you'll need to have at least 6 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting or family support - this helps us make sure you're confident and ready to support our clients with more advanced needs.

The Complex Care Assistant Role at Alcedo Care involves delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs, including spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, and neurological disorders. You'll be fully supported with expert training and competency sign-off from our in-house team of Registered Nurses and our training team, giving you the confidence to excel in your role. From specialist care such as PEG, suction and tracheostomy support to assisting with medication, mobility, meal preparation, and household tasks, you'll develop skills that truly make a difference.

Complex care is more than clinical care - it is about empowering independence and creating moments of joy.