Complex Care Assistant

Address Edenthorpe, England, DN3 2LU
, GB

Schedule Full time

Job Type Casual

Industry Health medical and related

Description

Complex Care Assistant

Location:

Doncaster

Pay Rate: £14.99 per hour (including holiday pay)

Shift Pattern

Night Shifts

Day Shifts (School-Based Support)

Please note:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Routes Healthcare does not offer sponsorship.

We are looking for an experienced care professional with a background in paediatric and complex care, who can provide safe, compassionate support while building a positive and trusting relationship with the client. Full specialist clinical training will be provided.

The client has a range of clinical needs and communicates through behaviours rather than verbal communication. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting their health, safety, wellbeing, and daily routines while promoting a positive and engaging environment.

• Deliver person-centred care tailored to the client's individual needs
• Support with jejunostomy tube feeding and management of a gastric drain
• Monitor and care for a Port-a-Cath
• Follow epilepsy and seizure management protocols
• Follow sepsis protocols and escalate concerns appropriately
• Provide full personal care, including continence support
• Accurately document care provided and clinical observations
• Build a trusting relationship and understand the client's communication through behaviours
• Work collaboratively with family members, school staff, and healthcare professionals

• Specialist clinical training and ongoing development
• Consistent shifts with the same client
• Clear career progression opportunities 24/7 clinical support
• Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £250

• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
• Previous experience supporting children with complex healthcare needs
• Experience working with non-verbal individuals and understanding communication through behaviour
• Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy and behaviours that may challenge
• Confident supporting tube feeding and following clinical care plans
• Knowledge of seizure management and epilepsy protocols
• Calm, patient, and playful approach to care
• Adaptable and able to work effectively across both day and overnight shifts
• Comfortable working within both home and school environments
• Reliable, consistent, and committed to building positive relationships
• Professional, compassionate, and person-centred approach to care
• Experience with enteral feeding, gastric drains, or Port-a-Cath care
• Experience supporting individuals with complex medical needs in home or educational settings
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care