Male Somali-Speaking Complex Care Support Worker &nd...

Job Overview We are seeking a male Somali-speaking complex care support worker to provide dedicated, person-centred care to a young boy with complex health needs in a home and community setting in London. The young person has a strong preference for male carers and benefits significantly from a support worker who can communicate fluently in Somali, helping ensure comfort, trust, and effective day-to-day communication with both the child and family. This is a rewarding role requiring compassion, reliability, and experience in complex care. Key Responsibilities * Provide 1:1 complex care support in the home and community * Assist with personal care and daily living activities * Support with clinical needs as trained (e.g. PEG feeding, seizure management, oxygen support if applicable) * Maintain accurate care records and follow care plans * Work closely with family members and healthcare professionals * Ensure the child’s safety, dignity, and comfort at all times * Provide emotional reassurance and companionship Essential Requirements * Must be male (client preference) * Fluent in Somali and English * Previous experience in complex care or care assistant roles * DBS check (or willingness to undergo one) * Right to work in the UK * Ability to follow detailed care plans * Compassionate, patient, and reliable Desirable * Experience working with children or paediatric care * Tracheostomy/PEG/epilepsy training (or willingness to be trained) * Manual handling and safeguarding training Training & Support Full training can be provided for the right candidate, including complex care clinical skills where required