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Healthcare Assistant

Job Reference FirstOHC/TP/6628/740

Number of Positions:
7
Contract Type:
Day & Night shift
Contract Details:
Nights & Days Available
Salary:
£15 - £18
Working Hours:
40
Location:
Guildford
Closing Date:
30/04/2026
Job Category:
Healthcare Assistant
County:
UK Region
Business Unit:
Paediatric

Job Introduction

First Option Healthcare are a Complex Care provider who specialise in providing care to Children & Adults with Complex needs in their own home. You’ll deliver personalised care to our clients to help maintain dignity & self-worth and promote independence.

We are looking for Healthcare Assistants with a caring & energetic personality who have a passion for supporting young people with complex needs In the community, to help look after a 8 year old male in his own home based in Guildford, GU1

Please note you will need to have a minimum of 12 months UK complex care experience within the last 2 years

Shift Patterns: School Shifts - Start at Clients Home and go with client to school in a Taxi

Day Shifts Only: 08:30 - 16:30 Monday - Friday

Main Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 support to client whilst at school
  • Build rapport with family members and other staff members at the school
  • Making sure care plans are followed and client dignity & respect is practiced

Experience Required

  • NG Tube Feeding (1 Feed at School)
  • Recognising Deterioration
  • Clear speaking English due to client not being able to hear properly

Benefits:

  • Book your shifts in advance up to 6 weeks ahead
  • Bespoke training to develop skills
  • Weekly Pay & Competitive rates 
  • Free CPD accredited training to help your career
  • Referral Bonus Scheme – Earn up to £250 per candidate referral

Unfortunately, we do not currently offer sponsorship for overseas candidates
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