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Complex Care Healthcare Assistant Support Worker

Job Reference FirstOHC/TP/12657/618

Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Adhoc
Salary:
£16 - £18
Location:
Bishop's Stortford
Closing Date:
21/02/2026
Job Category:
Healthcare Assistant
County:
UK Region
Business Unit:
Adults

Job Introduction

We are recruiting experienced Support Workers to join a private complex care package supporting a young man with high clinical needs in his family home.


Shift Pattern

  • Night shifts

  • 5 nights per week (FLEXIBLE)

  • 20:00-08:00 (12 HR Shifts)


About the Individual

Service user is a 17 year old male who has cerebral palsy (quadriplegic) and complex medical needs. He requires full support with all aspects of care, including:


  • PEG feeding (Mini Button 14F x 2) via pump and bolus feeds

  • Epilepsy (medication management only – no rescue medication)

  • Dysphagia – high risk of choking

  • Medication administration (including reflux management)

  • Hoisting and non-independent mobility

  • Repositioning and turning on a medical bed

  • Personal care

  • Wearing a spinal brace for scoliosis

  • Monitoring body temperature (reduced temperature sensation)

The service user is non-verbal but communicates effectively through pointing, eye movement, sounds, and his computer and also has sensory sensitivities


Training Requirements

  • Successful candidates must complete 3 shadow shifts:

    • 2 day shifts

    • 1 night shift

  • Candidates must be clinically vetted and cleared prior to starting

  • Attend Bespoke In House Training 

Ideal Candidates

  • Previous experience in complex care (essential)

  • Confident with PEG feeding, epilepsy care, and manual handling

  • Previously trained and confident in administering medications 

  • Confident in Manual and Handling

  • Calm, patient, and attentive to sensory needs

  • Reliable and committed to a long-term package


Benefits

  • Weekly payments
  • £150 Referral fees
  • Bespoke Training
  • 3 months rota in advance

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