Job Description

Join Alcedo Care LOCAL BRANCH as a Home Care Worker specialising in Complex Care working within the Wavertree area.

Excellent rates of pay 14.00-15.00 PLUS Pension PLUS Holiday Pay

(equating to a Rolled Up pay rate of 16.16-17.31.)


Are you passionate about making a positive difference in peoples lives? Do you have a caring nature, and desire to support individuals in their own homes as a Home Care Worker specialising in Complex Care?


Alcedo Care are proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past six years. Youll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community.

250 Welcome Bonus after your successful 3-month probation review Enhanced bank holiday rates Extra earnings through our referral scheme - 252 / referral. Mileage contribution for drivers Flexible working hours (full-time, part-time and casual) Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support

Were proud of our strong family values and supportive culture. With over 25 branches across the North West, Lakes and Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Wales, we deliver more than a million care hours each year. Our award-winning in-house training team, including Registered Nurses, ensure you receive all the support and skills you need as a Complex Care Assistant, recognised nationally with the Princess Royal Training Award.


We believe in helping you develop in your career with Alcedo Care. Through our Rising Stars programme, we offer structured development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring.

Role

As a people person, you will enjoy meeting and supporting a diverse range of people of all ages.


The Home Care Worker specialising in Complex Care role at Alcedo Care involves delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex health needs, including spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, neurological disorders, and Friedreichs Ataxia. You will receive comprehensive training and competency sign-off from our in-house team of Registered Nurses to ensure you are confident in your role.


You may also carry out clinical tasks such as manual cough assist, digital stimulation for bowel management, postural and spinal support, PEG care, tracheostomy care, and provide ongoing assistance with continence, medication, mobility, meal preparation and helping with household tasks. Just as importantly, youll promote peoples independence, whilst bringing a real sense of joy to those you support.

This role includes supporting an individual with Friedreichs Ataxia and associated speech impairment. You will also be required to accompany the client to the gym and social visits. For this reason, applicants must hold a clean UK driving licence and be aged 21 or over.

Shifts available for this client are:

Monday to Friday: 12.00pm 6.00pm Waking Nights: 9.00pm 8.00am (Monday, Saturday, and every other Friday)

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months hands-on care experience in a UK care setting Knowledge or experience of supporting individuals with Friedreichs Ataxia (desirable, but full training provided) Ideally experience with tracheostomy care (not essential as full training is provided) Over 21 years of age (due to driving requirements and client needs) Clean UK driving licence (essential) Due to the nature of the role, including personal care, unsupervised work with vulnerable individuals, and the need to work flexible hours, applicants must be aged 18 or over. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Join Our Team

If youre ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its carers, wed love to hear from you. Our local recruiter is on hand to guide you through the process. Apply today as a Home Care Worker specialising in Complex Care and take your first step with Alcedo Care.