Description
Healthcare Assistants – Braintree
Support a male client with a spinal injury • 2:1 care • 12‑hour waking night shifts
We are looking for reliable and confident Healthcare Assistants to support a middle‑aged male client living in the Braintree area. MG has a spinal injury resulting in full paralysis from the neck down and requires 24/7 2:1 waking care.
This is a well‑established package with a settled team in place. We are now recruiting to provide regular night cover, particularly on Thursdays and Saturdays.
About the role
You will be supporting a male client in his 30s who lives at home with a consistent care routine. Duties include:
- Maintaining safety and comfort throughout the night
- Adhering to personalised care plans
- Personal care
- Supporting a stable, structured nighttime routine
Shifts are:
- 12‑hour waking nights (8pm–8am)
- 12‑hour days (8am–8pm) also available when additional cover is needed
Both male and female carers are welcome to apply.
What we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from carers who have:
- Experience supporting clients with spinal injuries, mobility needs or complex physical care
- Strong skills in safe manual handling
- Confidence working within a structured 2:1 package
- A full UK driving licence and access to their own vehicle
- The ability to commit to regular weekly shifts, particularly Thursday and Saturday nights
- Are already based in the UK (we cannot offer sponsorship)
What we offer
- £14.30 – £17.60 per hour
- Paid induction training & ongoing clinical skills training
- Opportunity to work towards an NVQ/Diploma
- Holiday pay & pension scheme
- Blue Light Card – funded by us
- Referral rewards
- Employee assistance programme
- Menopause support
- Continued guidance and supervision from our nurses and senior team
If you’re a caring, confident Healthcare Assistant looking for consistent night shifts within a friendly, stable care team, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
To discuss the role or apply, contact jadeblyth@superiorhealthcare.co.uk
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