Braintree, Essex
Paddock Wood, Kent
£14.00 - £17.00 per hour
Full Time
January 23, 2026
Description
We are recruiting a Complex Healthcare Assistants to support an individual with athetoid cerebral palsy and spinal scoliosis who requires 24-hour ventilatory support via tracheostomy, including suctioning and careful positioning for comfort. We are seeking a reliable, punctual, warm, and compassionate carer who enjoys being chatty and engaging in activities such as baking and crafts.
Superior Healthcare provides round-the-clock care packages to support people living with long-term health conditions to live in the comfort and safety of their own homes.
As a Community Healthcare Assistant, you join our complex care team and will work long-term with one or a small number of clients. You will benefit from a fixed rota with the option of overtime.
We are ideally looking for carers, support workers and healthcare assistants who are keen to work full-time hours however part-time roles are offered.
How we’ll support you:
Superior Healthcare will provide full, paid classroom-based training when you join us and paid induction shifts and ongoing supervision support from our in-house team of nurses and supervisors.
If a client’s needs mean that you require extra skills (for example, if they need assistance to meet their nutritional requirements), we will provide paid, specialist training to ensure that you, as a community care assistant, can confidently support their needs and develop your own skills.
If you are eager to build a rapport with one or a small number of clients within your local community, keen to broaden your skills and welcome the consistency of the work that Superior Healthcare can offer, we hope to hear from you!
Shifts
Monday to Sunday – long days, twilight and wake nights.
Benefits:
- Pay rates £14.00 – £17.00 per hour
- Thorough induction, and ongoing paid training
- Option to work towards an NVQ/Diploma.
- Holiday Pay.
- Great Company Pension.
- Blue Light Card – we’ll pay for it!
- Referral Scheme: receive Amazon vouchers when you refer-a-friend.
- Access to employee assistance program.
- Menopause support
- Ongoing support provided by our team of nurses and supervisors.
Healthcare Assistant Requirements:
- Previous care experience involving personal care.
- A full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle.
- A minimum commitment of 2x shifts a week.
- *You must be based in the UK to apply for this role – we do not offer VISA sponsorship*
So, whether you’re a support worker, healthcare assistant, or community care assistant, we would love to hear from you!
If you’d like to discuss your application before applying or find out more about the role, please contact dianafrancis@superiorhealthcare.co.uk
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Job posted by
Diana Francis
- To show the client dignity and respect at all times.
- To regularly refer to and follow care plans written by the Nurse Manager to ensure exceptional person-centred care is provided.
- To be an advocate for the client, working in their best interest and in accordance with Superior Healthcare's policies and procedures.
- To be calm, friendly and engaging with the client around their interests and hobbies.
- To closely observe and monitor the client and keep thorough documentation.
Benefits of working for Superior Healthcare
Flexible shifts
Choice of day, night and weekend shifts
Blue Light Card
Blue light card - we’ll pay for it.
Competitive Pay
Reflecting the hard work that you do.
Diploma Qualifications
Enroll onto a Level 2 to Level 5 diploma.
Refer-a-Friend
Earn a £50 voucher for every friend you refer who joins our team.
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing support including up to 6 face-to-face counselling sessions.
Wellbeing Team
In-house wellbeing team to support you.
The Wisdom App
24/7 live chat and video calls with trained counsellors, and free financial and legal advice.
Employee of the Month
We reward Employees of the Month with a £100 voucher.
Events
Employee events throughout the year, including fish and chips on the beach.
Consistent Support
Consistent support from our team of Nurses and Field Care Supervisors.
Menopause Support
In-house womens health support.
Apply for this role
If you are a passionate carer/support worker who is eager to work as part of an organisation that will value the contribution that you make and support you to build your career around your needs, Superior Healthcare looks forward to hearing from you!
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