Join our amazing Transitions and Shapes Team
From day one, you will receive comprehensive training and ongoing development delivered by qualified medical professionals. We believe the highest standards of care come from confident, well-supported, and highly trained Complex Care Assistants who are passionate about what they do.
If you have not yet achieved your Level 3 Diploma, we will support and fully fund you through the process. Each day brings new opportunities and challenges, making this a highly varied and rewarding role
Hourly rate: £13
Hours: 19.5 hours per week, working across 3 days
What you will do
For a full job description, please visit our website: https://diverseabilities.org.uk/current-vacancies
- Deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with each young person’s care plan
- Provide compassionate support with daily routines, including personal care, nutrition, and activities
- Promote independence, confidence, and communication, supporting young people to express their needs and preferences
- Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful environment, following safeguarding, health, and organisational standards
- Build positive relationships, work collaboratively, and accurately record care, medication, and daily activities
- You will be required to work across varied locations
In this role, you will empower young adults' to express themselves, build confidence and experience joy in ways that would not be possible without your support. You will play a pivotal role in shaping young peoples' lives, helping them create memories that will last a lifetime!
What we are looking for
- Basic numeracy, literacy, and IT skills
- Strong self-management and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Clear and confident communication skills
- A person-centred approach, with respect for individuals and their needs
- Empathy, compassion, and a caring nature
- Proactive, with the ability to use initiative
- Experience providing personal care
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence
What we offer
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Commitment to support your continuous development
- Cycle to work scheme
- Blue Light Card Scheme – offering discounts to shop, restaurants etc..
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Refer a friend scheme – up to £250 per successful referral
- Fun company events and team celebrations
Commitment to safeguarding
Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and social media screening.
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own transport?
- Do you require sponsorship? (Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time)
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- FULL UK Manual Driving License (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
