Mental Health Complex Care Assistant

Alcedo Care; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,664 - 21,352; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Pension

Holiday Pay

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Harrogate is seeking a Complex Care Assistant to provide dedicated support for individuals with complex health needs. Candidates should have at least 3 months of hands-on care experience in a UK setting. The role includes assisting with health needs, medication, and daily tasks while fostering independence. Comprehensive training is provided to ensure a high standard of care. If you are empathetic and enjoy making a difference, apply now!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months of hands-on care experience in a UK care setting or family support.
• Ability to support individuals with complex health needs.
• Willingness to undergo expert training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centered support to individuals with complex health needs.
• Assist with medication, mobility, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Support male clients with dignity and respect, ensuring privacy.

Skills

Hands-on care experience

Empathy and support skills

Ability to assist with complex health needs

Job description

Join Alcedo Care as a Complex Care Assistant in Harrogate.

Excellent rates of pay £15.00 - £15.50 per hour + Pension + Holiday Pay (equivalent to £17.31 to £17.89 per hour including holiday pay & pension)

We are offering a free DBS check! Immediate interviews available - let's fast‑track your application!

Expected average hours - 20 hours plus per week.

Applications for this role are open to candidates who meet the criteria of being male. Due to the specific needs of the clients we support, this role is subject to a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

The successful applicant will be required to support a male client on a 2:1, including providing transport and working in situations involving privacy, dignity and safeguarding considerations. For this reason, we are only able to consider male applicants for this position. This requirement relates solely to the nature of the role and the needs of the individuals supported. All other aspects of recruitment will be assessed fairly and on merit.

About The Role

As a people person, you will enjoy meeting and supporting a diverse range of people of all ages.

To work with us as a Complex Care Assistant, you’ll need to have at least 3 months of hand‑on care experience in a UK care setting or family support – this helps us make sure you’re confident and ready to support our clients with more advanced needs.

The Complex Care Assistant role at Alcedo Care involves delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support to individuals with complex health needs, including spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, and neurological disorders. You’ll be fully supported with expert training and competency sign‑off from our in‑house team of Registered Nurses and our training team, giving you the confidence to excel in your role. From specialist care such as PEG, suction and tracheostomy support to assisting with medication, mobility, meal preparation, and household tasks, you’ll develop skills that truly make a difference.

Complex care is more than clinical care – it is about empowering independence and creating moments of joy – APPLY TODAY and join a team who are changing lives every single day!