Job description
Job Title: Healthcare Assistant
Location: Watford, WD18
Rate of Pay: £12.72 – £15.00 per hour ( you will be working for different service users )
Shifts: Days and Nights (8PM to 8AM)
Contract Type: Part-time / Full time
Specialism: Complex Care
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to support a service user with Profound Learning Disabilities and complex clinical needs in a home setting in the Watford area. This is a fulfilling and dynamic role offering the opportunity to learn new skills and build a meaningful care relationship.
Our service user has an array of clinical needs ranging from Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy to a Tracheostomy, Ventilation, and a Catheter. The individual is bed-bound and non-weight bearing, meaning the role requires high levels of manual handling to prevent pressure sores. You will be fully supported and assisted alongside a care assistant at all times.
We are looking for someone who is encouraging, patient, empathetic, and resilient, who wants a long-term career where they can truly make a difference to our service user’s quality of life.
Benefits
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Weekly Pay – PAYE or Umbrella schemes
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Holiday Pay (PAYE)
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Ongoing support from our Office Team, Registered Managers, and Clinical Nurses
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Clinical and theory training from experienced nurses (Theoretical and Practical training provided)
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Career development opportunities (including NVQ Level 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care)
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DBS application registered with Sugarman Health and Wellbeing
Key responsibilities may include:
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Tracheostomy care and Suctioning
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Ventilation management via NIPPY machine during nighttime routines
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Catheter care
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Seizure monitoring and clinical support for Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy
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High-level personal and pressure area care (with 2:1 assistance)
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Supporting daily/nightly routines, emotional wellbeing, and close vital observations
You’ll receive full comprehensive training and undertake shadow shifts to ensure you feel confident and well prepared for these clinical tasks.
Key Requirements
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Minimum 6 months of professional care experience
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Right to work in the UK with the correct documentation
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Full enhanced DBS (or willingness to register one with Sugarman Health and Wellbeing)
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Up-to-date CV with full working history
Why Join Sugarman Health & Wellbeing?
You’ll be part of a team committed to supporting individuals with complex care needs to build independence, confidence, and a better quality of life through personalised, compassionate care and tailored support. Sugarman offers not just a job, but a rewarding career with flexible working patterns and genuine growth opportunities.
How to Apply
Submit your most up-to-date CV. If shortlisted, our Recruitment Team will be in touch to discuss your interests and experiences in further detail.
Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of their sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, civil partnership status, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, or disability.
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