Complex Care Assistant Nights

Alcedo Care; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Carlisle is seeking a Complex Care Assistant to deliver non-medical, person-centred support. Responsibilities include assisting with clinical tasks and promoting independence for individuals with complex health needs. The position offers excellent pay rates and a welcoming culture with comprehensive training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

£250 Welcome Bonus

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Referral scheme bonuses

Mileage contribution

Flexible working hours

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting.
• Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs.
• Provide ongoing assistance with continence, medication, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Receive comprehensive training and competency sign-off from in-house Registered Nurses.

Skills

Hands-on care experience

Understanding of clinical tasks

Promotion of independence

Job description

Overview

Join Alcedo Care Carlisle as a Complex Care Assistant working within the Carlisle area.

Excellent rates of pay £14.75-£15.25 PLUS Pension PLUS Holiday Pay (equating to a rolled up pay rate of £17:03-£17.70).

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people\'s lives? Do you have a caring nature and a 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.

Responsibilities

The Complex Care Assistant role involves delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs. You will:

• Deliver clinical tasks such as manual cough assist, digital stimulation for bowel management, postural and spinal support, PEG care, and tracheostomy care.
• 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.
• Receive comprehensive training and competency sign-off from our in-house team of Registered Nurses to ensure confidence in your role.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting.
• Due to the nature of the role, including personal care and unsupervised work with vulnerable individuals, applicants must be aged 18 or over.
• This role is subject to an 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

About Alcedo Care

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.

Join Our Team

If you\'re ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its carers, we\'d love to hear from you. Our local recruiter is on hand to guide you through the process. Apply today as a Complex Care Assistant and take your first step with Alcedo Care.