Care Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and skilled Complex Care Support Worker to join a small, dedicated team supporting our Client Nic with complex health needs due to Optic Neuritis and Transverse Myelitis. They have a tracheostomy and require Ventilation, they need PEG feeding, use a Catheter and require help to mobilise at home and outside in the community. We are looking for someone who can help Nic run her house and participate in her interests which including watching Horse Racing and Football, Nic is a Sunderland fan. This role involves delivering person-centred care, promoting independence and supporting clinical professionals to provide consistent and high-quality care

Responsibilities

Delivering person-centred care; promoting independence; supporting clinical professionals to provide consistent and high-quality care; helping Nic run her house and participate in her interests; supporting client with complex health needs (tracheostomy, ventilation, PEG feeding, catheter, mobilisation at home and in the community)

Requirements

Compassionate, reliable, and skilled; Competency or willingness to be trained in tracheostomy and PEG care; Reliability, patience, and a person-centred approach; Ability to communicate clearly and work well within a team and family environment

Nice to have

Experience in complex care or similar clinical settings

Benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave; Pension scheme; Paid annual leave; Refer a friend scheme; Cycle-to-work scheme; Enhanced DBS check