Complex Care Assistant for Children

Children's Care Assistant

Right to work in the UK required

Why join us?

If you’re looking for a rewarding care role, supporting children and their families in the Huddersfield area, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must be drivers with access to their own vehicle and business insurance, as travel between visits is required.

What we offer:

• Pay from £13.30–£16.25 per hour for carers aged over 21 and over (bank holidays £16 p/h)
• Paid mileage between visits (30p per mile)
• Alternate weekends off and rotas given 4 weeks in advance
• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) and pension scheme
• Fully paid training and support to gain diploma qualifications
• Carer awards, referral scheme, and a supportive, friendly team

About the role

You’ll provide care for children with complex needs, which could include medication, PEG feeding, epilepsy care, personal care, meal preparation, companionship, and social support.

Part-time, ad hoc shifts around school hours:

• Weekdays: shifts available between 7–9am & 4–8pm
• Weekends: block hours available
• Extra hours available if also supporting adults

About you

• Experience supporting children with complex needs (essential)
• Driver with access to your own vehicle and business insurance
• Empathetic, reliable, and confident working with families
• Located in Huddersfield or local surrounding area

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you’re passionate about helping children live with dignity and independence, we’d love to hear from you.

About us - The Care Collection

We are a CQC registered home care provider who are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references, verification of identity, right to work, qualifications, and an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.