Now looking for a Live-In Healthcare Assistant in London SW4 - MALES ONLY (we are looking for male healthcare workers to provide personal care services to our male client who has a preference for same-sex caregivers)
Join Almond Care – Where Compassion Meets Career
Award-winning provider of complex care at home
At Almond Care, we specialise in supporting both adults and children with complex needs to live independently – in the comfort of their own homes. Now, we’re on the lookout for a dedicated Complex Care Assistant in SW4 to join our outstanding team supporting a client with a Spinal Chord Injury.
Job Purpose:
To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to an individual with a spinal cord injury in their home environment, enabling them to lead a full and independent life where possible. The role may involve assistance with personal care, mobility, bowel and bladder care, and support with daily activities, therapies, and social inclusion.
Personal Care:
- Assist with daily hygiene tasks such as washing, dressing, grooming, and oral care.
- Support with continence management, including catheter care and bowel programs (training provided).
- Assist with safe manual handling and transfers, using hoists or other equipment as required.
- Support with skin integrity checks and pressure area care to prevent pressure sores.
Health & Medical Support:
- Administer medications as prescribed (following appropriate training).
- Monitor the client’s condition and report concerns to healthcare professionals or case managers.
- Support with physiotherapy or other rehabilitative activities as advised.
Daily Living Support:
- Support with meal preparation and feeding if necessary.
- Assist with household tasks including cleaning, laundry, and general tidiness.
- Help the client attend appointments or social activities, including outings.
Emotional & Social Support:
- Provide companionship and emotional support, promoting mental wellbeing.
- Support with hobbies, communication, and social engagement to reduce isolation.
Documentation:
- Accurately record care provided, incidents, and observations in care logs.
- Follow the care plan and update records as directed by the client or care coordinator.
Requirements:Essential:
- Right to work in the UK.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Caring, compassionate nature with a strong sense of dignity and respect.
- Willingness to undertake training, including spinal cord injury-specific care.
- Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Desirable:
- Experience in care work, especially with spinal cord injuries, neurology, or complex care.
- Moving and handling experience.
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
- Full UK driving licence (if transport assistance is required).
Pay: From £12.75 per hour (minimum £26,520 p/a)
Shifts: 08:00-20:00 & 20:00-08:00, Monday - Sunday
Drive: Male drivers over 25 only as you will need to drive a mobility van
Location: London, SW4
What you’ll gain:
This is more than a job – it's a chance to build real expertise. You’ll receive full specialist training in:
- Tracheostomy care
- Ventilator care
- PEG feeding
- Suction management
- Bowel & bladder management
- Medication administration
- Skin integrity care
- Physiotherapy
- Plus: Personal care, social activities, and light domestic tasks
Who we’re looking for:
- Compassionate, flexible, and ready to make a difference
- Passionate about care – experience is great, but not essential
- Eager to learn and grow in a rewarding healthcare career What’s in it for you?
- Paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Monthly rolling rotas for stability
- Full training, support, and Care Certificate
- Specialist career pathways in complex care
- Team meetings & ongoing development
- A valued role in a growing, forward-thinking company
Ready to take your first step into a fulfilling care career?
We’d love to hear from you!
Apply now at: [email protected]
Full job description available on request
All applicants will require an Enhanced DBS check.
Almond Care is an equal opportunities employer. Some roles may require a specific gender due to client preferences under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1.
If this role isn't for you, but you'd still like to join our team and support another one of our clients, work in one of our children's residential units or adult care homes, please email: [email protected].
We have many differing roles, so please tell all of your healthcare friends and get them to get in touch.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: £12.75 per hour
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: RWRC3