Job summary This role as a Complex Care Assistant involves providing compassionate and dedicated support to a 14-year-old boy with complex needs, including epilepsy and learning difficulties. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in this young man's life, helping him with his daily routines, personal care, and community activities. Main duties of the job The Complex Care Assistant will be responsible for assisting with the boy's personal care, feeding, and medication administration. They will also support his daily routines and activities, such as accessing the community, playing in the garden, and enjoying his favorite snacks. The ideal candidate will have a passion for caring for children with complex needs, be reliable, committed, and eager to create a positive impact. While previous experience is desirable, full training and support will be provided. About us Sonderwell is a UK-wide care provider dedicated to delivering the best possible care to their clients, enabling them to live their own unique lives. The organization believes in caring for their carers, providing a supportive and close-knit team environment where individuals can learn, develop, and grow into the role that best suits them. Date posted 16 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £14.70 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1241774705 Job locations Sonderwell Braintree CM77 8YJ Job description Job responsibilities Hourly Pay: £14.70 Location: Braintree Day Shift: 07.15am-09.15am & 8.00am-10.00am We are looking for a kind, caring, and enthusiastic individual to join our care team and provide support for a 14-year-old boy who has complex needs, including epilepsy and learning difficulties. He is a loving and cheeky little boy who is adored by everyone who works with him. He enjoys accessing the community, going to the park, snacking on Jaffa cakes and sweet treats, playing in the garden, and having fun on the swing set. The ideal candidate will have a passion for becoming a carer, and be reliable, committed, and eager to make a positive difference in his life. Experience of caring for children with complex needs is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided. Responsibilities: • Assisting with personal care, including showering and dressing. • Feeding and assisting with daily medication. • Supporting with his daily routines and activities. Shift Patterns: • Part-time, 10 hours per week (two hours each morning, Monday to Friday). • Shift times: 7:15 am to 9:15 am during term time, 8 am to 10 am during school holidays. • Additional shifts may be available to cover holidays, sickness, or other team members’leave. • We are seeking individuals who can offer flexibility, with potential for additional shifts during evenings, weekends, and school holidays. • There may be opportunities for more regular shifts for the right candidate in the future. Requirements: • A genuine passion for working with children and providing care. • Reliability, commitment, and flexibility. • Ability to get to Great Notley, Braintree for your shifts (driving is not required). • Previous experience in caring for children with complex needs is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. If you are looking for a rewarding role, where you can make a real difference in this young man’s life, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our supportive and friendly team What we can offer you Each of our clients has individual needs, so whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time hours, night shifts or day shifts, we can offer an opportunity to suit you. We’re continuously developing our benefits package to help you get more out of your role with Sonderwell. What’s more, if you recommend someone who joins us, you could also receive a referral payment. And our employee assistance programme means you’ll have access to support that is focused on your well-being. We are open to all We’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives excellence, and we work hard to create an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and, where possible, we’ll provide accommodations for those applicants with disabilities. Given the personal nature of intimate care, our clients are entitled to select their caregivers in these situations. The preferences of our clients do not represent the views of our organisation, which is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We offer a diverse range of other positions. Ready to join our team? Apply now If you’re excited about what a career in care can offer and believe you are a great fit for this role, we want to hear from you Click the "Apply Now" button below to submit your application. If you require any adjustments to be considered throughout the interview process, please let us know. We are committed to providing the necessary accommodations to ensure a fair and equitable hiring experience. Sonderwell We are Sonderwell At Sonderwell, we’re a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You’ll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you’ll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other. So, whatever path you choose, you’re never on your own – there’s always someone you can reach out to for help and advice. Job description Job responsibilities Hourly Pay: £14.70 Location: Braintree Day Shift: 07.15am-09.15am & 8.00am-10.00am We are looking for a kind, caring, and enthusiastic individual to join our care team and provide support for a 14-year-old boy who has complex needs, including epilepsy and learning difficulties. He is a loving and cheeky little boy who is adored by everyone who works with him. He enjoys accessing the community, going to the park, snacking on Jaffa cakes and sweet treats, playing in the garden, and having fun on the swing set. The ideal candidate will have a passion for becoming a carer, and be reliable, committed, and eager to make a positive difference in his life. Experience of caring for children with complex needs is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided. Responsibilities: • Assisting with personal care, including showering and dressing. • Feeding and assisting with daily medication. • Supporting with his daily routines and activities. Shift Patterns: • Part-time, 10 hours per week (two hours each morning, Monday to Friday). • Shift times: 7:15 am to 9:15 am during term time, 8 am to 10 am during school holidays. • Additional shifts may be available to cover holidays, sickness, or other team members’leave. • We are seeking individuals who can offer flexibility, with potential for additional shifts during evenings, weekends, and school holidays. • There may be opportunities for more regular shifts for the right candidate in the future. Requirements: • A genuine passion for working with children and providing care. • Reliability, commitment, and flexibility. • Ability to get to Great Notley, Braintree for your shifts (driving is not required). • Previous experience in caring for children with complex needs is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. If you are looking for a rewarding role, where you can make a real difference in this young man’s life, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our supportive and friendly team What we can offer you Each of our clients has individual needs, so whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time hours, night shifts or day shifts, we can offer an opportunity to suit you. We’re continuously developing our benefits package to help you get more out of your role with Sonderwell. What’s more, if you recommend someone who joins us, you could also receive a referral payment. And our employee assistance programme means you’ll have access to support that is focused on your well-being. We are open to all We’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives excellence, and we work hard to create an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and, where possible, we’ll provide accommodations for those applicants with disabilities. Given the personal nature of intimate care, our clients are entitled to select their caregivers in these situations. The preferences of our clients do not represent the views of our organisation, which is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We offer a diverse range of other positions. Ready to join our team? Apply now If you’re excited about what a career in care can offer and believe you are a great fit for this role, we want to hear from you Click the "Apply Now" button below to submit your application. If you require any adjustments to be considered throughout the interview process, please let us know. We are committed to providing the necessary accommodations to ensure a fair and equitable hiring experience. Sonderwell We are Sonderwell At Sonderwell, we’re a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You’ll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you’ll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other. So, whatever path you choose, you’re never on your own – there’s always someone you can reach out to for help and advice. Person Specification Qualifications Essential The key requirements for this role include a genuine passion for working with children, reliability, commitment, and flexibility. Previous experience in caring for children with complex needs is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. Person Specification Qualifications Essential The key requirements for this role include a genuine passion for working with children, reliability, commitment, and flexibility. Previous experience in caring for children with complex needs is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Enviva Complex Care Address Sonderwell Braintree CM77 8YJ Employer's website https://sonderwell.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)