In-Home Complex Care Assistant (1:1 Support)

Routes Healthcare; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff referral scheme

Enhanced rates for specialist skills

Routes Academy training

Job summary

Routes Healthcare is recruiting a Female Complex Care Assistant to support clients in their own homes in Blackburn. You will work in a two-person team on double-up care packages, following care plans set by our clinical team, and maintaining accurate records.

The role involves complex care tasks, moving and handling, and close collaboration with families and healthcare professionals. You will receive specialist training through Routes Academy, 24/7 clinical on-call support, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• The right to work in the UK without employer sponsorship.
• At least 6 months paid care experience in the UK, ideally with complex care experience.
• Reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering excellent clinical care.
• Willingness to complete specialist training in complex care skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting client with life altering spinal cord injury.
• Managing complex medication regimens and clinical observations.
• Providing personal care with dignity and respect for clients with physical disabilities.
• Supporting clients with nutritional management.
• Monitoring and responding to changes in client condition.
• Working closely with healthcare professionals and families.
• Working as part of a 2-person team on double-up care packages.
• Following detailed care plans created by our clinical team.
• Maintaining accurate care records and clinical documentation.
• Communicating effectively with clients, families, and the wider care team.
• Complex physical disabilities requiring moving and handling expertise.
• Supporting individuals to remain socially active.
• Enabling individuals to live a desirable lifestyle with support.
• Assisting individuals with complex clinical requirements to achieve goals.

Skills

Care experience

Reliable

Willingness to train

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Routes Healthcare is recruiting a Female Complex Care Assistant to support clients in their own homes in Blackburn. You will work in a two-person team on double-up care packages, following care plans set by our clinical team, and maintaining accurate records.

The role involves complex care tasks, moving and handling, and close collaboration with families and healthcare professionals. You will receive specialist training through Routes Academy, 24/7 clinical on-call support, and opportunities for