Job Title
Care Assistant - Complex Care at Harmony Healthcare in Rickmansworth, ENG, GB.
Contract & Working Hours
This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.
Location
Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3.
Compensation
Rate: £15.20 per hour PAYE – flat rate for days and nights, Monday to Sunday, including holiday pay.
Shift Pattern
Shift Pattern: Nights: 19:30 – 07:30 / 20:30 - 08:30 7 days a week.
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated and experienced Female Healthcare Assistant to join our complex care team, supporting a 10 year old girl in her family home. She lives at home with her mother, father, older sister and pet car. She is generally a cheerful child who loves listening to music and swimming. Her profound needs mean that she needs significant adaptations and is dependant on those around her to support her medical needs.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the child's clinical, personal and emotional needs, while promoting comfort, dignity and wellbeing within a child-centred environment.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Childcare experience (SEN experience is welcome)
- Makaton experience
- Nebulisation
- PEG / JEJ feeding
- Medication administration
- Seizure mangament
- Manual handling and use of hoists
- Chest physio
- Seizure management
- Child-Centred Care: The child enjoys purple, Mini Cooper cars and Disney, especially The Lion King. A consistent, calm and compassionate approach is essential.
Who We're Looking For
- Compassionate and patient
- Reliable and committed to continuity of care
- Confident working with children with complex clinical needs
- Experience with seizure mangement
- Experienced in PEG / JEJ feeding and medicatoin
- Confident with manual handling and clinical equipment
- Able to recognise and upscale changes in the child's condition
- Calm and responsive in emergency situations
- Committed to providing safe, dignified and child-centred care
Important Information
Driver needed for this role due to location. Client location is not well lit in the evening and do not wish for people to walk to address in such a dark area. Suggests all supporting staff must drive to give them a sense of reassurance.
Why Work with Harmony Healthcare
We prioritise your wellbeing, development and long-term success. When you join us, you become part of a supportive, values-driven organisation committed to helping you grow.
You can expect:
- Competitive pay with enhanced bank holiday rates
- Full specialist clinical training
- Regular, consistent shifts
- Monthly staff recognition and reward programmes
- Opportunities for professional development and progression
- A collaborative team who value you as an individual
Our staff stay with us because they feel supported, valued and part of something meaningful.
Values
At Harmony Healthcare, we recruit based on empathy, emotional intelligence and a genuine passion for making a difference — not just qualifications. If you share our values of dignity, inclusion and respect, we will support you to thrive.
Compliance Requirements
All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, Right to Work verification and full CQC/Schedule 3-compliant onboarding.
Referral Bonus
- £150 for every Healthcare Assistant you refer
- £250 for every Registered Nurse you refer Paid once your referral completes 150 hours.
About Us
Envisioning Wellness Together. At Harmony Healthcare, we are more than just a care provider; we are a beacon of hope, understanding, and rejuvenation for those in the grip of complex health challenges. Founded on the principles of compassion, commitment, and cutting-edge care, our mission is to seamlessly blend expertise and empathy, resulting in the highest standard of personalised care.
Our Legacy: With years of dedicated service in the complex care arena, Harmony Healthcare has carved a niche for itself as a trusted partner in health and recovery. Our journey began with a simple aspiration: to transform lives, heal communities, and redefine standards in patient-centered care.
The Harmony Difference: Our strength lies in the heartbeats and hands of our dedicated professionals. Every member of the Harmony family—from our certified caregivers and skilled nurses to our administration and support teams is aligned with our core values: Personalised Approach: Recognising the uniqueness of every individual, we curate tailored care plans to meet specific needs, ensuring optimum outcomes. Innovation: We are committed to delivering innovative solutions that enhance care quality and patient experiences. Empathy and Respect: Every individual in our care is treated with the utmost dignity, understanding their needs and feelings, and fostering a nurturing environment.
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Care Assistant - Complex Care at Harmony Healthcare in Rickmansworth employer: Harmony Healthcare
Harmony Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work environment in the heart of Cambridge. With a strong focus on employee growth through full clinical training, we empower our Healthcare Assistants to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients while enjoying the flexibility of night shifts. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values empathy, reliability, and the promotion of independence for those we care for.
