Complex Care Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Whetsted is seeking a compassionate Complex Care Assistant to support a young male client with complex care needs, including cerebral palsy and epilepsy. The role offers an hourly rate of £15.00 to £16.83, with enhanced rates during weekends and holidays. Responsibilities include personal care, medication administration, and providing social support. Candidates must have previous care experience and a valid UK driving license. Flexible shifts of 2-3 times a week are available, making this a great opportunity to make a difference in someone's life.

Benefits

Fully funded training

Enhanced pay on weekends and holidays

Blue Light Card subscription

DBS assistance

£500 refer a friend scheme

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Commitment to promoting independence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support a male client with cerebral palsy and epilepsy.
• Assist with personal care and medication administration.
• Drive the client to college and assist during the day.

Skills

Patient and understanding approach

Personal care

Moving and handling

Medication administration

Driving a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

Job description

Complex Care Assistant

Salary: £15.00 to £16.83 per hour with enhanced rates on BH and over festive period

Working Week / Hours: 2-3 shifts per week

Location: Paddock Wood

About Us

Since 2016, Continuity of Care Services Ltd has been committed to providing high‑quality, person‑centred care to vulnerable individuals in their own homes. We are passionate about empowering our clients to live independently with dignity, regardless of age or disability.

Our ethos is simple: Your Time, Your Team, Your Life.

We provide bespoke care through dedicated teams, ensuring every client receives continuity of care.

Position

Complex Care Assistant

Location: Paddock Wood, Kent

Hourly Rate: £15.00- £16.83 per hour with enhanced rates on BH and over festive period

Shifts Available: 2-3 shifts a week, days 7:00-19:30, nights 18:30-8:00 including alternate weekends (additional shifts may be available for annual leave and sickness cover)

About the Role

Continuity of Care Services is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Complex Care Assistant to support our sociable 20s male client living with cerebral palsy and epilepsy. He requires a patient carer willing to spend time getting to know him and to support him with elements of his social care. He has a great sense of humour and loves meeting new people. He requires assistants at the college on specific days in the week, therefore we are seeking a confident driver to take him there and support during the day. He has an avid interest in football and playing games on his Wii. His other enjoyments are walks in the local community and listening to music.

Client Requirements

• Personal care
• Moving and handling
• Medication administration
• Epilepsy support
• Understanding of Dystonia (training G&J‑PEG will be provided)
• Maintaining a safe and tidy environment

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous care experience (essential)
• Full UK driving licence to drive a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) (essential)
• Caring, patient, and understanding approach to working with individuals with complex care needs
• Commitment to promoting independence and delivering person‑centred care

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship and cannot consider overseas candidates.

Benefits

• Fully funded and paid training and access to our training academy
• Higher than average rates of pay plus enhanced pay on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
• Blue Light Card subscription covered by us
• Opportunities to take any Health and Social Care Qualifications and career progression
• DBS assistance
• £500 refer a friend scheme (terms & conditions apply)
• 24/7 counselling and support
• Meet & greet and shadow shifts to help settle into your new role
• Opportunities to speak to our Mental Health First Aiders
• Annual Saving Scheme
• EPA Programme (Smart Clinic)
• Annual Charity Events
• Pension Scheme with The People’s pension
• Flexible working hours and local work available
• Company phone

Recruitment Process

Continuity of Care Services is a CQC regulated employer. As such, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS and other necessary checks. We will also require you to complete mandatory training before employment can begin – bespoke to each client’s needs.

Join Our Team

If you’re passionate about making a difference in someone’s life and providing exceptional care, we’d love to hear from you.