Children Care Assistant
Company: City and County Healthcare Group Ltd
Role summary
Children Care Assistant is a role at City and County Healthcare Group Ltd in Leigh, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-10-09. Salary: GBP 14 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Children Care Assistant
- Company
- City and County Healthcare Group Ltd
- Location
- Leigh, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Salary
- GBP 14 per hour
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-09
This is a full-time Children Care Assistant role in Leigh, Wigan, offering a competitive hourly wage of £13.50. You don't need a degree to apply, making it an accessible opportunity to start a rewarding career in care and make a real difference in the lives of children.
Job description
Company Description
Location: Leigh, Wigan
Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour
Shifts Available: Days (07:00 - 20:00)
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
We are CCH . With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care.
What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves:
5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company.
135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months
Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional
At Advantage Healthcare , part of CCH, we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team in Wigan.
Job Description
What you’ll do
We are looking for a caring, patient and compassionate Care Assistant to support a young person with cerebral palsy and epilepsy .
You will provide support during their morning routine, helping them to get ready for school and supporting them in the school setting throughout the day. Responsibilities include administering medication, supporting with their routines and general household tasks.
You will work alongside a supportive family who play an important role in our clients care.
About the Young Person
Our client enjoys listening to music, watching TV and chatting with others. They particularly enjoy engaging conversations and the colourful changing lights in their bedroom.
Building a positive relationship and encouraging communication are important parts of this role.
Qualifications
What you’ll need
We are looking for someone that has knowledge of complex care. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and become part of a team that makes a real difference. You’ll receive full nurse led training and ongoing clinical support to develop skills in various areas.
Additional Information
Here’s what makes us different:
Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application
Full training & paid induction
Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles
Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments
National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH
Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more
Ready to apply?
Our quick, simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you.
Join Advantage Healthcare in Wigan today and be part of something meaningful.
Region: National
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