Healthcare Support Worker - Complex Care
Employer: Superior Healthcare Location: Local community (home-based care)
About the Role
Superior Healthcare is recruiting Healthcare Support Workers to support a young client with complex care needs in her family home. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide person-centred care to a client who thrives on engagement, routine, and meaningful interaction . She benefits from carers who are warm, confident, and energetic , and who can build a trusting, supportive relationship. She enjoys a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, reading, and music (especially Foo Fighters!) . She is non-verbal but communicates effectively through lip reading and Makaton , and will often guide her care team on what activities she would like to do - so carers should be happy to follow her lead and fully engage. She also lives with a small, elderly dog , so being comfortable around pets is important.
Key Responsibilities
Providing high-quality, person-centred care
Supporting communication using lip reading and Makaton
Encouraging and participating in activities such as arts, crafts, and reading
Promoting independence, choice, and emotional wellbeing
Responding to communication cues and building rapport
Supporting clinical needs (including tracheostomy care if trained)
Client Preferences Female carers
High energy , engaging, and positive attitude
Comfortable taking direction from the client and participating in activities
Calm, level-headed, and switched on
Shift Pattern Saturday night shift 18:45-7am - £16.50 per hour
Sunday night shift 18:45-7am - £17.60 per hour
Pay & Benefits Competitive hourly rates
Paid induction and ongoing clinical training
Opportunity to develop specialist skills, including tracheostomy care (training provided)
Opportunity to work towards an NVQ/Diploma
Holiday pay and pension
Blue Light Card (funded)
Employee Assistance Programme
Menopause support
Referral rewards
Ongoing support from nurses and supervisors
Requirements Previous care experience essential
Drivers preferred
Experience with tracheostomy care desirable (full training provided)
Confident, engaging, and emotionally intelligent approach
Comfortable working in a family home with pets
Checks Required Enhanced DBS check
Three years' continuous referencing
Interested? If you're a caring, fun, and enthusiastic Healthcare Support Worker who enjoys building strong relationships and making a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you. Email: REF: REGJBL
Healthcare Support Worker in Eastleigh employer: Superior Healthcare
Superior Healthcare is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. Located in Havant, we offer a supportive work culture where compassionate individuals can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. With competitive pay, comprehensive training opportunities, and a commitment to promoting independence for those we care for, joining our team means being part of a community dedicated to excellence in healthcare.
