Complex Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Colchester seeks a Complex Care Assistant to enhance the life of a client involved in various community activities like swimming and church visits. The position offers a chance to develop crucial care skills, with no prior experience necessary, plus full training and ongoing support. Benefits include maternity/paternity leave and paid annual leave. Access to a vehicle is required. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in someone's life while gaining valuable experience.

Benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid annual leave

Refer a friend scheme

Enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• No complex care experience necessary, opportunity to grow skills.
• Full training and ongoing clinical support provided.

Responsibilities

• Support a client engaged in community activities.
• Help the client with social and recreational activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate and reliable

Job description

Shifts Available: 12 – 24 hours per week | 9 am – 9 pm | Sat & Sun alternate weekends | occasional cover on weekdays

Access to a vehicle is required due to the nature of the role.

What we offer

Advantage Healthcare is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds.

What you’ll get

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

We are looking for a Complex Care Assistant to support a client who is actively engaged in the community. The client enjoys a variety of activities, including swimming, visiting the zoo, day trips, walking, and visiting churches. Excellent communication skills are essential to provide effective support and help the client make the most of their social and recreational activities. If you are compassionate, reliable, and enjoy supporting an active lifestyle, this role is for you.

Qualifications

You don’t need complex care experience to apply for this role as this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and become part of a team that makes a real difference. You’ll receive full training and ongoing clinical support to develop in key areas such as tracheostomy care, ventilation, seizure management, and stoma care - and much more.

Additional Information

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech, and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.