Healthcare Assistant - Leaf Complex Care

ImmigrationGPT; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Refer-a-friend bonus

Tax relief

On-shift support and guidance

Regular supervisions

Specialist training (safeguarding, med

Free DBS

Job summary

Leaf Complex Care, part of the Catalyst Care Group, is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred care primarily in clients' homes. You will support independent living, engage with families, and help develop skills while maintaining safety and dignity.

The role involves community-based care, budgeting support, and collaboration with care teams. Flexible shifts are offered, with training and DBS checks provided. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Level 2 acceptable).
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in similar healthcare settings, with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
• Business Car Insurance would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving license would be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to individuals in their homes and communities.
• Support individuals in developing new skills and personal interests.
• Adapt care plans to meet diverse needs, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Engage in proactive communication with families and care teams.
• Support individuals in temporary placements or at home.
• Assist with household tasks like laundry, cleaning and shopping.
• Support budgeting and financial management for individuals.

Skills

Empathetic

Team player

Communication skills

Open to feedback

Growth mindset

Proactive communicator

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

## Job DescriptionAt Leaf Complex Care , part of the Catalyst Care Group , we are committed to providing expert complex care that transforms lives. We stand on the pillars of Compassion , Impact , and Community —values that guide our actions and our approach to compassionate care . We are seeking professionals who are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of others while embodying these core values.As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide tailored compassionate care primarily in the homes of individuals and supporting them to live independently and with dignity within their communities.Responsibilities: - Deliver high-quality, person-centered care to individuals’ homes and within their communities.- Support individuals in maintaining or developing new skills and personal interests.- Adapt care and support plans to meet the diverse needs of each individual, ensuring their comfort and safety.- Engage in proactive communication with families and care teams to ensure effective care delivery.- Support individuals in temporary residential placements or their own homes.- Preform household chores such as laundry, cleaning and food shopping.- Manage and support individuals with budgeting and financial management.- Assists with all aspects of personal care, indulging hygiene, dressing and feeding.- Support individuals in maintaining or developing new skills and personal interests.- Plan, participate in and budget for community activities.- Maintain accurate records and clear communication with the brand team and other healthcare professionals.Qualifications and Experience: - Preferred NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Level 2 acceptable).- Minimum of 6 months of experience in similar healthcare settings and experience in support with complex needs, behaviours that challenge and autism.- Business Car Insurance would be advantageous.- Full UK driving license would be preferred.Candidate Traits and Competencies: - Empathetic and able to adapt to the individuals’ environment.- Strong team player with excellent communication skills.- Open to feedback and able to incorporate it positively.- Friendly, understanding, and capable of addressing issues proactively.- Willingness to go above and beyond to support the varied and complex needs of our families.- A growth mindset with a passion for making a significant impact on the lives of the families we support.- Positive risk taking and reducing excessive restrictions to enhance the quality of life for those in care.- A proactive communicator dedicated to high-quality, compassionate, and person-centered care.What We Offer: Financial & Practical Support- Mileage allowance- Refer-a-friend bonus – incentives for introducing new workers to the company (recently rolled out).- Tax relief – the ability to claim through the government for work-related clothing and tools (e.g., uniforms, mileage, and equipment).Development & Support- On-shift support and guidance through the on-call system.- Regular supervisions.- Specialist training opportunities such as safeguarding, medication management, and more.- All mandatory training is freeWork-Life Balance and Community- Flexible working hours – option to choose shifts based on availability.- Recognition programmes – celebrating and rewarding outstanding contributions.- Social events – opportunities to connect and build team spirit.- Free DBS .We do not provide visa sponsorship; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.