Complex Home Care

Complex Home Care

Join Alcedo Care in the Kendal/Carnforth area and surrounding regions as a Complex Care Assistant. You will support service users in maintaining independence, dignity and quality of life by providing compassionate, person‑centred care and companionship. Your role includes supporting clients both within their homes and accessing community services.

Pay: £17 per hour Monday to Friday; £18 per hour Saturday to Sunday.

A driving licence is required to support clients in accessing the community.

• £250 Welcome Bonus after successful 3-month probation review
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Extra earnings through our referral scheme – £252 per referral
• Mileage contribution for drivers
• Flexible working hours (full-time, part-time, and casual)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support

Alcedo Care is proudly recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for the past five years. With over 25 branches across the North West, Lakes, Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Wales, we deliver more than a million care hours each year. Our award‑winning in‑house training team, including Registered Nurses, and national recognitions such as the Princess Royal Training Award support your development.

We offer structured development through our Rising Stars programme, fully funded NVQs, and mentoring.

The Complex Care Assistant role involves delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support to individuals with complex health needs, including spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, neurological disorders and advanced care needs. You will receive comprehensive training and competency sign‑off from our in‑house team of Registered Nurses. Clinical tasks include manual cough assist, digital stimulation for bowel management, postural and spinal support, PEG care, tracheostomy care, continence, medication, mobility, meal preparation and household tasks.

You will promote independence and bring joy to those you support.

• At least 6 months hands‑on care experience in a UK care setting
• Aged 18 or over
• Subject to Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
• Driving licence (required)

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career with a caring, supportive culture, contact our local recruiter to guide you through the process. Apply today as a Complex Care Assistant and take your first step with Alcedo Care.