Complex Care Assistant at City & County Healthcare Group

City & County Healthcare Group; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Full training & induction

Career progression

Family-friendly leave

National opportunities

Perks & discounts

Job summary

City & County Healthcare Group is seeking a compassionate Complex Care Assistant for a full-time role in Leighton Buzzard. You will support the client at home, delivering care that promotes independence and quality of life. Training is provided, including nurse-led support, with shifts that include days 08:45–20:45, Wednesday to Sunday.

Driver's licence is required due to travel within the geographical area. The role offers a strong team environment and opportunities for career growth within CCH.

Qualifications

• No prior complex care experience required; full nurse-led training provided.
• Must have a full UK driving licence to drive the client's car.
• Role requires compassionate, proactive care to support independence.

Responsibilities

• Tracheostomy care
• Ventilator support
• Catheter care
• Personal care
• Meal and drink prep
• Shopping
• Light cleaning and laundry
• Taking the client to appointments and visits

Skills

Compassionate

Proactive

Job description

Complex Care Assistant

Location: Leighton Buzzard

Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour

Contract type: Full time

Shift schedule: Shifts Available: Days (08:45 - 20:45) \| Wednesday - Sunday

Driver required: Yes - Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Company Description

We are CCH. With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care. What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves: 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company. 135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional At Advantage Healthcare, part of CCH, we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team in Leighton Buzzard.

Job Description

What you’ll do: We are looking for a compassionate and proactive Complex Care Assistant to support our client in their home in Leighton Buzzard. This is a fulfilling role where you will support our client's medical and social well-being. Our client has pet cats, loves gardening and loves chatting with her carers. We are looking for someone who values building strong relationships and providing high-quality and attentive care. The ideal candidate will be committed to promoting her independence and enhancing her quality of life.

Key duties with this role include

• Tracheostomy care
• Ventilator support
• Catheter care
• Personal care
• Meal and drink prep
• Shopping
• Light cleaning and laundry
• Taking the client to appointments and visits

Qualifications

What you’ll need: You do not 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 Nurse led training and ongoing clinical support to develop in key areas such as tracheostomy care, ventilation, catheter care - and much more. A full UK driving licence is required in this role in order to drive the clients car to appointments and days out.

Additional Information

Here’s what makes us different:

• Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application
• Full training \& paid induction
• Career growth - clear progression into senior \& leadership roles
• Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments
• National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH
• Perks \& discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more