Care Assistant

Ocean Healthcare are looking for an experienced Care Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a 22-year-old woman with a genetic chromosomal disorder. She lives at home with her parents and her four guinea pigs, and enjoys animals, stickers, and collecting leaflets. She is a wheelchair user but can walk short distances, and requires support with PEG and JEJ feeding, oxygen therapy, and epilepsy management. She communicates using both verbal communication and Makaton, so patience and a willingness to adapt your communication style are important in helping her feel understood and comfortable.

Her environment plays a big role in her wellbeing, and she benefits from calm, thoughtful support from someone who is attentive to her needs. Your role will focus on keeping her safe, supporting with food and medication, and providing reassurance throughout the day in a way that respects her preferences and routines. We are looking for someone who is not only experienced, but genuinely caring, observant, and able to build a trusting relationship. Full training and ongoing support will be provided to ensure you feel confident in meeting her clinical needs.

Shift Details:

Week 1:

• Monday & Tuesday: 07:00–09:00 and 15:30–21:00

• Saturday & Sunday: 07:00–21:00

Week 2:

• Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 07:00–09:00 and 15:30–21:00

Pay Rates:

• £14.00 p/hr Mon-Fri

• £16.55 p/hr Saturday - Sunday

• £19.55 p/hr Bank Holidays

Why Join us?

Ocean Healthcare is one of the most highly respected care organisations in the Southwest. Check us out on Facebook or look at our Google Reviews. Our philosophy is Live Happy Care Well which is based on the principle that you can't pour from an empty cup. We’re committed to treating our staff well and doing the right thing by the people we serve. When you work with us, you’re part of a supportive, professional, and highly regarded team that prioritises your needs and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting with PEG and JEJ feeding, ensuring nutrition and hydration needs are met

• Supporting with medication administration, including epilepsy management

• Monitoring for seizures and responding appropriately to ensure safety

• Supporting with oxygen therapy as required

• Providing reassurance and maintaining a calm, safe environment

• Supporting day-to-day routines in a way that respects her preferences and communication style

What We’re Looking For

• An experienced and confident Care Assistant

• Experience with complex care needs such as enteral feeding, epilepsy, or challenging behaviour is beneficial, but not essential

• A kind but firm and boundaried individual who can recognise and respond to changes in presentation

• Someone who can communicate effectively, including adapting to verbal communication and Makaton

What You'll Need

• Good References (covering at least 3 years)

• You must be a car driver

• Reliability and good communication

• Right to work in the UK (We do not offer Work Visa)

While there are lots of work opportunities within Ocean Healthcare, the terms detailed in this job advert are specific ONLY to this package of care. Permanent and bank contracts available. You can work full or part time.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a role where you can support someone’s independence while providing exceptional care, we’d love to hear from you. Click 'APPLY' below to get started.