Complex Care Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

£250 Welcome Bonus after successful 3-month probation review

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Extra earnings through our referral scheme – £252 per referral

Mileage contribution for drivers

Access to Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support

Rising Stars development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring

Job summary

A leading care provider in Blackburn is seeking a Complex Care Assistant to deliver high-quality support to individuals with complex health needs. This role offers competitive pay ranging from £14.75-£15.25 and flexible working hours. Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months of care experience, with training provided for specific tasks. Benefits include a £250 welcome bonus and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting.
• Experience with Tracheostomy Care is preferred, but full training will be provided.
• Aged 18 or over; flexible hours including late evenings and night shifts; Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs.
• Carry out clinical tasks such as manual cough assist and postural support.
• Promote independence and bring joy to those you support.

Skills

Hands-on care experience

Tracheostomy Care

Job description

Overview

Join Alcedo Care Blackburn as a Complex Care Assistant working within the areas of Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn, Burnley, Nelson, Padiham, The Ribble Valley and Sabden.

Excellent rates of pay £14.75-£15.25 PLUS Pension PLUS Holiday Pay (equating to a Rolled Up pay rate of £17.03-£17.60).

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 five years. You\'ll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community.

We\'re proud of our strong family values and supportive culture. With over 25 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. Through our Rising Stars programme, we offer structured development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs, including spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, and neurological disorders.
• Carry out clinical tasks such as manual cough assist, digital stimulation for bowel management, postural and spinal support, PEG care, tracheostomy care, and provide ongoing assistance with continence, medication, mobility, meal preparation and helping with household tasks.
• Promote independence and bring a real sense of joy to those you support.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting.
• Experience with Tracheostomy Care is preferred, but full training will be provided.
• Aged 18 or over; flexible hours including late evenings and night shifts; Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Benefits

• £250 Welcome Bonus after successful 3-month probation review
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Extra earnings through our referral scheme – £252 per 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
• Rising Stars development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring

Apply today as a Complex Care Assistant and take your first step with Alcedo Care.