Healthcare Assistant

Superior Healthcare; Folkestone; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Refer a friend £50

Paid training & induction

Wellbeing support

Counselling services

Holiday pay

Nurse & supervisor support

Employee events

Job summary

Superior Healthcare is seeking a Complex Care Assistant to support a client in Folkestone with long‑term, in‑home care. The role focuses on delivering compassionate, person‑centered care with an emphasis on safety and wellbeing.

You will work closely with a small client group, undertaking tasks such as insulin administration, glucose monitoring, and daily activities. Full UK driving license and commitment to 12‑hour day shifts are required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 months recent UK care experience.
• Full UK driving license with access to a car.
• Commit to two 12-hour shifts per week.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Insulin administration and Blood glucose monitoring
• Promote client independence and wellbeing
• Light housekeeping: cleaning, cooking, laundry
• Advocate for the client per company policies and procedures

Skills

Care experience

Driving licence

Job description

Complex Care Assistant

£14 - £17 per hour

Superior Healthcare is looking for dedicated female Carers, Support Workers, and Clinical Care Assistants to join our growing team and assist in the care needs of a lady in Folkestone to help support her overall wellbeing and quality of life

Since 2006, we’ve supported families across the UK with specialist, at-home care for children, young people, and adults living with complex health needs. Now, we’re expanding and we’d love to welcome you to our compassionate and committed care community.

About the Role:

As a Complex Care Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to provide long-term support to individuals and and their families, working closely with one or a small number of clients in your local area.

• Location: Folkestone & nearby areas
• Shift Pattern: 12 hour day shifts
• Client Focus: One client per shift
• Rota: Set rota with optional overtime

All new team members attend 6 days, fully funded classroom training program. You’ll learn everything from the Care Certificate standards to advanced skills like gastrostomy and tracheostomy care — preparing you confidently for your first shift.

Join Superior Healthcare:

So, whether you are a support worker or healthcare assistant currently working in a care home, supporting children with complex care needs, or assisting individuals with clinical requirements in the community, this is your chance to step into a new and rewarding role.

Superior Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and professional references.

Responsibilities

• Insulin administration and Blood glucose monitoring
• To promote the clients independence and support their wellbeing.
• To perform light housekeeping tasks; cleaning, cooking, laundry etc
• To be an advocate for the client, working in their best interest and in accordance with Superior Healthcare's policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months recent UK care experience.
• Full UK driving license with access to a car.
• To commit to two 12-hour shifts per week.
• Full right to work within the UK.

Benefits

• Blue Light Card - we’ll pay for it.
• Earn a £50 voucher for every friend you refer who joins our team.
• Thorough paid training and supported induction, with annual paid refreshers.
• We help you save for Christmas.
• Wellbeing support including up to six counselling sessions.
• In-house wellbeing team to support you.
• 24/7 live chat and video calls with trained counsellors, and free financial and legal advice.
• We reward Employees of the Month with a £100 voucher.
• Employee events throughout the year, including fish and chips on the beach.
• Consistent support from our team of Nurses and Field Care Supervisors.
• In-house women's health support.
• Accumulate holiday pay as you work.