Job Description

Job Title:

Female Complex Healthcare Assistant

Location:

Hitchin

Employer:

KASE Care

Hours:

Part-time -

2 hours per day

,

Monday to Sunday

(with potential for increased hours including days and nights)

Salary:

13 - 16 per hour during probation, Increase considered upon completion of a successful probation.

About the Role:

KASE Care is currently seeking a compassionate, proactive, and reliable Female

Complex Healthcare Assistant

to join the care team supporting a

female service user

living in

Hitchin

.

The client is a

mother of three

with a

spinal cord injury

, who uses a

wheelchair

and follows a

highly active physiotherapy regime

as part of her daily routine. Care is focused on

post-physio assistance

, including

personal care, catheter care, mobility support

, and

nutrition

.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support a vibrant and motivated individual in her home, working alongside her existing care team.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide

personal care

including washing, dressing, and toileting. Support with

catheter management

and monitor for signs of infection or complications. Assist with

nutrition and hydration

, including meal preparation and encouragement as needed.

Administer prescribed medications

in line with care plan and company policy. Support

moving and handling

tasks, particularly

after physiotherapy sessions

. Work closely with the

day carer

to ensure smooth delivery of care and mobility assistance. Maintain accurate and professional care documentation. Promote the client's independence, dignity, and family involvement.

About You:

Previous experience in

complex care

,

spinal injury support

, or

mobility assistance

preferred. Moving and handling experience is essential. A kind, respectful, and positive attitude is a must. Comfortable working in a family home environment with children present. Excellent communication and team-working skills. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one). Right to work in the UK.

Additional Information:

Initial calls are

2 hours per day, 7 days a week

to assist following physiotherapy. There is the potential for this role to grow into

longer hours, including days and nights

, based on how well the candidate integrates with the client and the team.

Mandatory Induction Training:

All successful candidates are required to attend a

5-day mandatory induction

held at our

head office in Loughton, IG10 4BL

.

Induction is held

during the first full week of each month

. It must be

attended in full within the same week

- it

cannot

be split across different months. The induction includes training in moving and handling, first aid, company procedures, and CQC compliance.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rates. Ongoing training and professional development. Supportive team and management structure. Potential for career progression within KASE Care.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.00-16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 - 36 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Do you have access to your own car?
Experience:

spinal cord injury: 1 year (required) Catheter care: 1 year (preferred) Medication administration: 1 year (preferred) nutrition and hydration: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HitchinKC2025