Care Assistant at City and County Healthcare Group Ltd

Consett, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

13.25

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, Medication administration, Personal care, Patient positioning, Ceiling hoist operation, Compassion, Resilience, Communication, Complex care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Location: Durham, DH1 Pay Rate: Up to £13.25 per hour Shifts Available: Term time only: 9.30 am – 3.30 pm - Waking Nights: Monday – Sunday 9:15 pm – 7.15 am Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role. We are CCH. With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care. What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves: 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company. 135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional At Advantage Healthcare, part of CCH, we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team in Durham. Job Description What you'll do A compassionate and reliable professional care worker is sought to support a young boy with complex disabilities in the Newton Hall area of Durham. You will work in the family home, where he lives with his parents and siblings. Due to his medical condition, the client requires full support and constant monitoring. Key duties will include providing tracheostomy care, assisting with PEG feeding for some of his nutrition, administering medication, and offering personal care. Given his limited mobility, he requires full assistance with positioning, and you will use various equipment, including a ceiling hoist, to help with this. While he is non-verbal, he communicates through subtle gestures that, once understood, allow you to recognise his needs and feelings. This is a rewarding role for someone who is professional, empathetic, and dedicated to providing high-quality care. Qualifications What we’re looking for: You don’t need any care experience to apply for this role, just plenty of care, compassion and resilience as we provide full nurse-led training. Additional Information Here’s what makes us different: Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application Full training & paid induction - no experience needed Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more Ready to apply? Our quick, simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you. Region: National

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care for a young boy with complex disabilities, including tracheostomy care, PEG feeding, and medication administration. Assist with personal care and mobility needs using specialized equipment like a ceiling hoist within the family home.