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Josh’s Care Company is hiring!

CQC Rating
Josh’s Care Company is proud to have received a Good rating across Safe, Effective, Caring and Responsive, with Outstanding leadership (Well-led) in our most recent CQC inspection.

The Role: Complex Care Support Worker.

Hourly Rate: £13.50 per hour.

Location: DE24, Derby

Shift Pattern (This will include both below shift times):

- Days 3pm until 10pm

- Nights 10pm until 8:30am

School Holidays – Day and Night shift times can be flexible

Contract Type: Permanent with immediate start available. We offer the below contracts:

Part Time – 21-hour contract

DBS: DBS preferred.

Driver with access to a vehicle: Essential.

Right to Work: The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

If you believe this position aligns with your skills and passion for care, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY! We would love to hear from you!

The Role at Josh’s Care Company:

• Are you someone with a heartfelt passion for making a positive impact on the lives of those with complex needs? If so, Josh's Care Company is the perfect place for you!
• Our team of skilled professionals offers around-the-clock specialised care for people with spinal cord injuries and other complex needs, and we are now looking for like-minded professionals to join us in providing top-quality care that truly makes a difference.
• It's important to note that we recruit with a person-centred approach, meaning successful candidates will primarily work on one of our packages based in a single location. However, there is also the potential to work across various packages within the area.

About the Young Person – Based in Derby

· You’ll be supporting a bright, creative, and fiercely independent young person living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (Type 2).

· They attend a mainstream school, where Art is their favourite subject and a true passion.

· They share a close bond with their sibling, who plays an important role in their life.

· Maintaining independence is key, and they are able to direct their own care confidently.

· A big part of this role is about building a positive, trusting relationship – getting to know each other, having fun, and working together.

Full support is required with:

· Personal care

· Cough assist

· CPAP use overnight

· Transfers, using a ceiling track hoist

About Josh's Care Company:

• Josh’s Care Company Ltd was founded with a deeply personal mission. It all started when the director’s son, Josh, experienced a life-altering spinal cord injury.
• He quickly realised that the care options available fell short of providing the comprehensive support he needed. Determined to ensure his well-being and enable him to live a fulfilling life, he took matters into his own hands.
• Since then, our journey has evolved, and we have grown to become a trusted provider of personalised home care services. We understand that every individual has unique needs and circumstances.
• Our goal is to go beyond offering basic care services. We strive to build genuine relationships with our clients and their families, providing not only physical assistance but also emotional support and a sense of belonging. So why not join us in making this possible!

Training:

• At Josh's Care Company, we are dedicated to equipping you with the skills and knowledge necessary to become compliant in all areas of specialised care, from tracheostomy and ventilator management to postural and respiratory care, as well as PEG feeding.
• Rest assured that you will be in the capable hands of our skilled and experienced nursing team at Josh's Care Company.
• Our nurses have a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field of nursing and care which will ensure that you receive the highest standard of training and support possible.

We are seeking highly motivated professionals with a caring demeanour, excellent communication skills, and previous care experience, with knowledge of complex care being an added advantage. A positive attitude and friendly nature are essential attributes for this role, as you will be providing meaningful support and encouragement to enhance our people’s quality of life.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this rewarding role, you'll bring:

• A friendly, calm nature, with the confidence to be reassuring and supportive when needed.
• Plenty of enthusiasm and a positive attitude – energy and kindness go a long way!
• Reliability and punctuality – someone who can be counted on and is always ready to help.
• A proactive and organised approach – thinking ahead and staying on top of things makes a big difference.
• A great sense of humour – laughter and fun are part of daily life here.
• Previous care experience, especially with physical support needs.
• Knowledge or understanding of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (Type 2) is ideal, but not essential – the most important thing is a willingness to learn.
• A driving license (Essential).
• A current DBS if possible (paper or update service).

If you have a passion for complex care and are eager to hear more about our package in Derby, we encourage you to APPLY NOW! For a faster response, please email recruitment@joshscare.co.uk

We eagerly await your contact and the opportunity to warmly welcome you to our dedicated team at Josh's Care Company!

Also, check out our website on: https://joshscare.co.uk/

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Derby DE24 (preferred)

Work Location: On the road