Care Assistant
Advantage Healthcare Limited
Solihull, West Midlands
Salary
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Contract
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Hours
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Closing date
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In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will help an 8‑year‑old with a serious brain condition live safely at home. The role involves personal care, mobility support and monitoring using CCTV. It suits caring, patient people who like working with families.
What you'll need
- Experience caring for children with complex health needs
- Able to follow a detailed care plan and record observations
- Comfortable using CCTV and safety sensors
- Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
- Good communication with child and family
- Flexible to work varied hours
How to boost your chances
- Arrange your DBS check before applying
- Read up on Late Infantile Metachromatic Leukodystrophy basics
- Practice safe moving and transfer techniques
- Prepare references from similar care roles
- Be ready to discuss your experience with families
- Check travel time to Solihull and plan punctuality
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Job description
Job Description About the Child You’ll Support You will be supporting a bright, affectionate 8‑year‑old who lives at home with their mum, dad, twin sister, and baby brother. The family home has CCTV and sensors to help keep her safe, including CCTV in her bedroom. She has a life‑limiting genetic condition called Late Infantile Metachromatic Leukodystrophy , which affects her brain and nervous system. Over time, her motor skills have reduced, and she now requires full support with daily activiti…
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
20 August 2026
Last checked
20 August 2026
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