Complex Care Assistant

NHS; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in York is seeking a Female Complex Care Assistant to support a child with complex needs. This role involves providing personal and clinical care, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment, and building positive relationships with the family. Essential skills include experience in care, a kind and patient approach, and a full UK driving licence. Flexible working options and comprehensive training are offered, making this a rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

Benefits

£16.00 per hour

Comprehensive specialist training

NVQ and professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Some experience within a care or support role is essential.
• Experience in complex care is desirable but full training is provided.
• Full UK driving licence due to location.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal and clinical care, including gastrostomy care.
• Monitoring the child’s condition and escalating concerns.
• Building positive relationships with the child and family.

Skills

Experience within a care or support role

Kind, patient, and flexible approach

Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Ability to meet physical requirements

Job description

Libertatem Healthcare Group is seeking a Female Complex Care Assistant to support a young child with complex needs in the York area. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide consistency, comfort, and positive experiences, with full training and ongoing support provided.

Main Duties

• Providing personal and clinical care, including gastrostomy care, medication administration, oral and deep suctioning, chest physiotherapy, non‑invasive ventilation, pressure area care, and epilepsy & seizure management.
• Monitoring the child's condition, creating a safe and nurturing environment, and building positive relationships with the child and family.

About us

Libertatem Healthcare Group is an outstanding care provider that offers a range of services to clients who have sustained personal injuries or suffered from medical negligence. We operate on a national basis and are committed to putting our clients' independence at the center of everything we do.

Job responsibilities

Female Complex Care Assistant – Join Libertatem

Location: Pocklington, York Pay Rate: £16.00 per hour

Shifts Available

• Thursday & Friday (Days): 08:00 – 16:00; 16:00 – 22:00

• Additional Bank Cover: Cover for annual leave and sickness, with potential for additional shifts as required

• Zero hours contract

Key Responsibilities

• Providing personal and clinical care, including gastrostomy care and medication administration, including rescue medication
• Performing oral and deep suctioning as required
• Supporting chest physiotherapy and use of Cough Assist automatic devices
• Assisting with non‑invasive ventilation (NIV) in line with care plans
• Delivering high‑quality pressure area care and monitoring skin integrity
• Supporting and responding to epilepsy and seizure management, including emergency protocols
• Monitoring the child’s condition and escalating concerns appropriately
• Creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment
• Building positive, professional relationships with the child and family
• Following individualised care plans, clinical guidance, and risk assessments

What You’ll Need

• Essential: Some experience within a care or support role
• Desirable: Experience in complex care (not essential – full training provided)
• A kind, patient, and flexible approach
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role
• Full UK driving licence (essential due to location)

What We Offer

• £16.00 per hour
• Comprehensive specialist training (online & in‑person)
• NVQ and professional development opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Care Coordinator or Nurse Manager
• Access to our Carer App for instant resources and guidance
• Employee Assistance Programme focused on wellbeing
• Flexible working options
• Referral bonuses for recommending new carers

Diversity & Inclusion

Libertatem is proud to be an inclusive, equal‑opportunity employer. This role requires a female caregiver to meet the client’s personal care needs, but we welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and begin your journey with Libertatem.