Complex Care Assistant

Job description

Join Our Team and Earn a £400 Bonus! £150 paid training + £250 after probation About the Client A Unique and Inspiring Role We are supporting a young medical student (early 20s) who sustained a high-level spinal cord injury while on holiday from university.
He is exceptionally bright, motivated, and determined to return to his studies and live as independently as possible. He has a very positive mindset and is fully engaged in his care and future.
He lives in a fully adapted family home in Oxfordshire with a specialist care setup and strong family support.
He is also one of a very small number of people in the UK to have a Neuralink implant , allowing him to control his laptop through thought. Its a fascinating and rewarding environment to work in.
This is a meaningful, long-term package , where consistency and quality of care are essential.
Clinical Overview
Ventilated via tracheostomy

Requires airway clearance support and suctioning

Autonomic dysreflexia risk and blood pressure instability

Periods where communication may be limited

You will be working alongside a Critical Care RN , supporting a high-acuity care plan.
What Were Looking For
Experience in spinal injury, brain Injury, ABI, neurological condition, tracheostomy, ventilation, PEG, bowel care, or similar experience where possible.

Comfortable supporting tracheostomy/ventilated clients (or willingness to train)

Reliable, observant, and proactive

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Why This Role
Work alongside experienced ICU nurses

Be part of a high-quality, specialist package

Build a consistent relationship with one client

Develop advanced clinical care skills

Location & Driving
Location: Oxford, OX2 Driving: Essential regular outings are part of the role. A full UK clean driving licence is required, and insurance is provided for use of the clients adapted vehicle.
Care Model
24/7 package

2:1 care at all times:
1 x Critical Care RN

1 x Complex HCA

You will be part of a small, consistent team , ensuring continuity and high standards of care.
Pay (PAYE Only) £18.23/hr weekdays

£21.88/hr weekends

Shift Pattern DAYS ONLY (Fixed 4-Week Rota)
08:0020:00
Pattern A
Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat Week 2: Wed, Thu, Sun Week 3: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat Week 4: Wed, Thu, Sun
Pattern B
20:00-0800
Week 1: Wed, Thu, Sun Week 2: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat Week 3: Wed, Thu, Sun Week 4: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat
? 34 shifts per week ? Fully predictable rota
Team Flexibility
As part of a small specialist team:
Occasional flexibility to support alternative shifts if required

Supporting sickness and annual leave cover

Helping maintain consistency across the team

About Paragon Home Healthcare Paragon is a specialist complex care provider , working in partnership with organisations such as the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) .
We are known for:
Delivering high-quality, structured care packages

Strong clinical support and governance

Building consistent, reliable care teams

Please state Pattern A or B when applying.
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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

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