Routes Healthcare does not offer sponsorship

Complex Care Assistant

Location: Durham

Pay Rate: £14.24 - £15.17 per hour (including holiday pay)

Fully funded Enhanced DBS

Guaranteed hours available following successful completion of probation

Day and night shifts available (12-hour shifts: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm / 8:00 pm - 8:00 am)

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Routes Healthcare does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Routes Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Complex Care Assistant to provide one-to-one support within a client's home in Durham.

You will support an individual living with a spinal injury and complex care needs, helping them to live safely, comfortably, and as independently as possible while receiving high-quality, person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care with dignity, compassion, and respect.
• Support with personal care, moving and handling, and daily living activities.
• Assist with medication administration and clinical observations.
• Support with bowel care, catheter care, and other clinical interventions (full training provided).
• Follow individualised care plans and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records.
• Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and the wider care team.

What We Offer

• Specialist clinical training and ongoing development.
• Consistent shifts with the same client.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• 24/7 clinical support.
• Employee referral bonus of up to £250.
• Supportive and experienced care team.

Requirements

Essential

• Minimum of 6 months' UK care experience.
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
• Experience supporting individuals with spinal injuries, complex care needs, or physical disabilities.
• Experience with moving and handling.
• Reliable, compassionate, and professional approach to care.

Desirable

• Previous experience in complex care.
• Experience with catheter care, bowel care, tracheostomy care, or ventilation support.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and want to develop your clinical skills within spinal injury and complex care support, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Routes Healthcare and make a real difference in someone's life every day.

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