Care Assistant LS

Care Assistant near Wetherby (LS23) - Wetherby - LS23

Personal Care Assistant supporting our 32-year-old son with his complex degenerative neurological condition. This is a 1-to-1 role within an existing team, focusing on clinical safety, PEG feeding, and quality of life.

Who we’re looking for:

• Experience with PEG feeding is a plus, but we provide full training.
• Must be a non-smoker with a clean UK driving license.

Why join us?

• We offer a stable, 1-to-1 role where your clinical expertise and care skills can be valued in a family‑centred setting rather than a busy ward or hospice environment.

Location:

Location is typically the family home (with other family members) near Wetherby, but also includes hospital visits, family visits and other social and clinical settings.

You will be responsible for ensuring their safety, health, and wellbeing through diligently following a bespoke care plan.

• Assisting with washing, grooming, toileting, dressing, feeding, moving and handling
• Administering medication, via PEG, including record keeping
• Maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment within the home
• Providing mental and emotional support
• Organising suitable recreational activities
• Acting as a keen observer of subtle changes in health or mood, given the degenerative nature of the condition
• Collaborating with family and other health care and social care professionals to provide the best possible care as his needs evlove

Hours and Rates:
Part time, at least 10 hours, with specific daytime hours to be agreed. Pay is at clinical rate.