Male & Female Carer / HCA / Support Worker

Location: CO6 Support: 2 to 1 Salary: £15.25(Umbrella) Full job description We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker to support a young person with complex health and care needs in his home and community. The role includes providing personal care, mobility assistance, communication support, and community access. A full UK driving licence is essential. Responsibilities: * Provide full personal care and support with all activities of daily living. * Deliver PEG feeding (gastrostomy care) in line with care plans. * Support with epilepsy management, including administration of emergency medication when required. * Support asthma care and general health monitoring. * Assist with moving and handling, including hoist use and supported mobility. * Support communication using non-verbal methods such as gestures, facial expressions, and picture-based systems. * Ensure safety at all times, including supervision due to mouthing/chewing behaviours. * Support community access, appointments, and social activities. * Work as part of a care team, including alongside another support worker when required (2:1 support). Requirements: * Male or female Carer with a full valid UK driving license and drives. * Minimum 6 months recent care experience in the UK. * Experience supporting children or young people with autism, sensory needs, and complex behaviours. * PEG feeding (gastrostomy care) competency or proven experience. * Epilepsy awareness and experience supporting individuals with epilepsy, including emergency medication administration. * Experience with hoist use and safe moving & handling techniques. * Strong understanding of personal care for individuals with high dependency needs. * Calm, patient, and empathetic approach with the ability to manage challenging behaviours safely. * Ability to work in a family home setting and as part of a care team, including working alongside another support worker when required. * Training in trauma-informed and sensory-aware care (desirable). If you are compassionate, reliable, and experienced, we would be happy to hear from you