Complex care assistant

Complex Care AssistantLocation: DoncasterPay Rate: £14.99 per hour (including holiday pay)Shift PatternNight Shifts• Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday• 8:00 PM to 8:00 AMDay Shifts (School-Based Support)• Wednesday, Thursday & Friday• 7:45 AM to 4:00 PMPlease note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Routes Healthcare does not offer sponsorship.About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced care professional with a background in paediatric and complex care, who can provide safe, compassionate support while building a positive and trusting relationship with the client. Full specialist clinical training will be provided.The client has a range of clinical needs and communicates through behaviours rather than verbal communication. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting their health, safety, wellbeing, and daily routines while promoting a positive and engaging environment.Key Responsibilities• Deliver person-centred care tailored to the client's individual needs• Support with jejunostomy tube feeding and management of a gastric drain• Monitor and care for a Port-a-Cath• Undertake blood glucose monitoring• Follow epilepsy and seizure management protocols• Follow sepsis protocols and escalate concerns appropriately• Provide full personal care, including continence support• Accurately document care provided and clinical observations• Build a trusting relationship and understand the client's communication through behaviours• Work collaboratively with family members, school staff, and healthcare professionalsWhat We OfferSpecialist clinical training and ongoing developmentConsistent shifts with the same clientClear career progression opportunities 24/7 clinical supportRefer-a-friend bonus of up to £250RequirementsEssential• Minimum 6 months' UK care experience• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)• Previous experience supporting children with complex healthcare needs• Experience working with non-verbal individuals and understanding communication through behaviour• Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy and behaviours that may challenge• Confident supporting tube feeding and following clinical care plans• Knowledge of seizure management and epilepsy protocols• Calm, patient, and playful approach to care• Adaptable and able to work effectively across both day and overnight shifts• Comfortable working within both home and school environments• Reliable, consistent, and committed to building positive relationships• Professional, compassionate, and person-centred approach to careDesirable• Experience with enteral feeding, gastric drains, or Port-a-Cath care• Experience supporting individuals with complex medical needs in home or educational settings• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social CareApply TodayIf you're passionate about making a difference and want to develop your clinical skills within complex care, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now and join Routes Healthcare in delivering exceptional care that truly changes lives.TPBN1_UKTJ