Care Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Northfleet
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Tracheostomy care Ventilation management PEG feeding Suctioning Catheter care Bowel management Medication administration Communication with non-verbal clients

FULL DESCRIPTION

Care Assistant

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Limited - Northfleet

Salary: £14 - £15/hour | Posted: 2026-05-03

Company Description

Pay: Up to £15 per hour. Shifts: A range of shifts available. Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role.

We are [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care.

What makes [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] a great place to work? The results speak for themselves:

  • 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company.
  • 135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months
  • Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team in Northfleet.

Job Description

What you'll do

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Complex Care Assistant to support an adult client due to be discharged from hospital. This role involves managing a range of complex clinical needs that require regular monitoring and attention. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, proactive, and a reliable team player who demonstrates empathy, patience, and adaptability.

As the client is non-verbal and uses eye gaze technology to communicate, you will play a vital role in encouraging and supporting alternative communication methods to help them express their needs and enhance their quality of life. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to build on your existing care skills while making a meaningful and lasting impact.

Qualifications

Candidate would need to meet the following requirements before applying:

  • A full UK driving licence.
  • Experience with Tracheostomy and Ventilation

The below experience would be desirable:

  • PEG Feeding
  • Suctioning
  • Catheter Care
  • Bowel Management (Manual Evacuation)
  • Medication Administration
  • Moving & Handling Equipment
  • Communication Skills For Non-Verbal Clients

Additional Information

Here’s what makes us different:

  • Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application
  • Full training & paid induction - no experience needed
  • Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles
  • Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments
  • National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
  • Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more

Ready to apply? Our quick, simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you.

Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in Northfleet today and be part of something meaningful.

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