Company Description

Pay Rate: £13.75 per hour

Location: Leigh

Shifts Available: Nights (19:30 - 07:30)

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.

We are CCH. 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. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. 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 CCH 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 Advantage Healthcare, part of CCH, 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 Ashton-in-Makerfield.

Job Description

What you’ll do

You will provide 1:1 care, working alongside a supportive family, for a young adult who has Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, cerebal palsy, epilepsy, asthma and a dual sensory impairment, alongside other complex physical health needs and limited mobility.

They enjoy listening to music, watching films, talking and watching the world go by. Keeping them engaged and entertained is important, as boredom can lead to distress.

Responsibilities include:

• Talking to and involving him in his care to help prevent distress.

• Recognising and responding to his hand signals, which he uses to make simple choices, ensuring he has opportunities to express his preferences and be involved in decisions.

• Supporting daily eye care and helping maintain good eye health, following the care plan.

• Providing sensitive support with complex health needs, following all relevant care plans and procedures.

Qualifications

You would be required to have experience working in complex care for this position. Working alongside children with complex needs would also be beneficial. 

Additional Information

Here’s what makes us different:

• Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application
• Full training & paid induction
• 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 CCH
• 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 Advantage Healthcare in Ashton-in-Makerfield today and be part of something meaningful.