Complex Care Assistant

Job description

Shifts: Days (7:30 am - 4 pm) and Nights (10 pm - 6 am)Job Description What you'll doIn this role, you will provide full support with all aspects of daily living for a young person with complex health needs, including epilepsy, developmental delay and neurological conditions. This includes assisting with personal care, bathing, dressing and continence management, as well as supporting with a pureed diet and maintaining strict infection control procedures due to a high vulnerability to illness. You will accompany and support them during the school week, helping them engage and participate, and ensure a consistent daily routine, including a calming bath after school and a structured bedtime routine. A key part of the role is monitoring for seizure activity, recognising triggers such as sudden loud noises or changes in temperature, and responding appropriately, including administering prescribed rescue medication and following emergency procedures when required. You will work closely with their family to ensure safe and consistent care, support communication needs as they are non-verbal but have good understanding, and encourage participation in activities they enjoy. Above all, you will create a calm, safe and supportive environment, promote their independence, and act as a strong advocate to ensure their needs and preferences are always respected.Qualifications What you'll need:Experience working with Epilepsy and seizure managementTo be caring and compassionateKeen to help promote independence of our clientA calm and patient individualAdditional Information Here's what makes us different:Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS applicationFull training & paid induction - no experience neededCareer growth - clear progression into senior & leadership rolesFamily-friendly - enhanced leave for life's big momentsNational opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCHPerks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Rubery

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English