Waking Night Support Specialist - Compassionate Care

HomeCare Direct Limited; Barnsley; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Support from care leads

Pension & recognition

Wellbeing program

Career development

Bank holiday premium

Job summary

HomeCare Direct Limited in Barnsley is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant (PA) or Health Care Assistant (HCA) to support a young person with complex care needs. You will provide companionship, engage in activities, and assist with daily routines, personal care and medications.

The role requires a warm, energetic and proactive approach, with opportunities to develop skills and progress within a supportive team. Shifts include nights and days, with enhanced pay for bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK; Home Care Direct does not offer sponsorship or work visas
• Knowledge of Epilepsy is essential
• Experience and knowledge of behaviours with restraint/breakaway – essential
• Full clean UK driving licence (25+ for insurance) – desirable

Responsibilities

• Providing 2:1 support with daily routines and activities
• Personal care and medication support
• Encouraging engagement in client interests and hobbies
• Supporting with medication and clinical needs
• Supporting with personal care
• Offering reassurance, companionship and meaningful engagement
• Monitoring safety and wellbeing

Skills

Empathy

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

HomeCare Direct Limited in Barnsley is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant (PA) or Health Care Assistant (HCA) to support a young person with complex care needs. You will provide companionship, engage in activities, and assist with daily routines, personal care and medications.

The role requires a warm, energetic and proactive approach, with opportunities to develop skills and progress within a supportive team. Shifts include nights and days, with enhanced pay for bank holidays.