Complex Care Assistant

**About us**

Beaumont Home Care is an independent, private and family owned provider of outstanding domiciliary and live-in care services, providing high-quality, personalised home care for adults throughout Brentwood, Chelmsford, Basildon and Havering.

From live-in care to visiting care we help our clients maintain their independence in the comfort of their own home, whilst providing greater peace of mind for their loved ones. Each and everyone of our care professionals are hired for their caring nature and values, and are trained and continuously monitored to meet our exceptionally high standards.

**Job Type**: Shift work: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Monday to Sunday 5pm to 11pm

**Number of Positions**: 3-4

Seeking a 3 to 4 vibrant, outgoing Complex Care Assistants. No previous experience necessary as will be fully trained.

You must be dedicated and engaging. You will support a young gentleman living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Our client, who has full mental capacity, is fully verbal, and possesses a great sense of humour. He resides in a very welcoming home with his parents.

Our client enjoys engaging conversations and debates, going out into the community, bowling, and attending concerts at the O2. This role involves providing personal care, supporting with a body jacket, ceiling and mobile hoist use and assisting with various medical equipment including an oxygen concentrator, nebuliser, suction machine, feeding pump (PEG), and BiPAP Machine.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide personal care assistance, including PEG, suctioning, and using medical equipment such as an oxygen concentrator, nebulizer, suction machine, PEG, and BiPAP machine.
- Engage in conversations and debates with our client, ensuring an enjoyable and engaging environment.
- Accompany our client on outings and to attend social activities, such as bowling and concerts.
- Be available during the shift for any assistance our client may require, while respecting their independence and privacy.
- Maintain a friendly and welcoming demeanour, fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere.

**Required Characteristics**:

- Must be unfazed by any challenging situations and have a resilient character
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must be compassionate, patient, and have an engaging personality.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Proficiency in using medical equipment like oxygen concentrators, nebulisers, suction machines, PEG, and BiPAP machines.
- Experience in a similar role, preferably with complex care.
- Certification in healthcare or relevant field.
- Proficiency in using medical equipment like oxygen concentrators, nebulizers, suction machines, PEG, and BiPAP machines
- Prior experience working with individuals with Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
- Valid driver’s license (if accompanying the client on outings).

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive training
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Flexible working hours

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: £14.00-£16.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- No weekends
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only

Work Location: In person

**Job Types**: Full-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: £14.00-£16.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 09/09/2024