Complex Childrens Care Worker

Alcedo Care; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 19,286 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Paid training

Mileage contribution for drivers

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support

Job summary

Alcedo Care is seeking a Complex Childrens Care Assistant in St Helens. The role involves providing high-quality, person-centred support to children with complex health needs, including assisting with specialist care. Flexible working hours are available, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time shifts. The position offers competitive pay, paid training, and a structured development programme through the Rising Stars initiative, including NVQ funding. Immediate interviews offered.

Qualifications

• At least three months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting or family support.
• Ability and confidence to support clients with advanced needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs.
• Assist with specialist care such as PEG, suction, and tracheostomy support.

Skills

Hands-on care experience

Ability to support clients with advanced needs

Job description

Join Alcedo Care St Helens as a Complex Childrens Care Assistant

The role involves delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support to individuals with complex health needs, including spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, and neurological disorders. You will assist with specialist care such as PEG, suction and tracheostomy support, medication, mobility, meal preparation, and household tasks.

Pay & Benefits

Pay £14.00 – £15.00 per hour + Pension + Holiday Pay (equivalent to £16.16 – £17.31 per hour including holiday pay & pension).

Immediate interviews available. We offer a free DBS check.

• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Paid training after successful completion of one week's work
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible working hours (full‑time, part‑time and casual)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support

Requirements

At least three months of hands‑on care experience in a UK care setting or family support.

Ability and confidence to support clients with advanced needs.

Additional Information

Average of 20 to 40 hours per week, with flexibility and opportunities for short shifts before and after school hours. The role is based in the local area of St Helens.

We offer structured development through our Rising Stars programme, which includes fully funded NVQs and mentoring.