Paediatric Community Care Assistant

Paediatric Community Care Assistant - Crowborough

Pay Rate: Â£17.21 to £19.99 per hour

Shift pattern: Tuesday's, Wednesday's and Thursday's - 19:00 - 08:30 (hours can be flexible)

Your Role: Supporting Independence | Enriching Lives

• Administering all nutritional, hydration and medication through MIC-KEY gastrostomy button
  
• Monitoring ventilation settings to ensure they receive adequate ventilation overnight
  
• Administering oxygen therapy in line with their prescribed oxygen protocol
  
• Monitoring and accurately documenting seizure activity and responding appropriately
  
• Observing and managing dystonic episodes including documentation and timely responses
  
• Continously observing client throughout the night for any signs of deterioration and responding safely and promptly in line with their care plan and clinical protocols
  

• Personal care and support: Assisting with daily routines to promote comfort and wellbeing
  
• Companionship: Offering warmth, kindness and a friendly face
  
• Promoting independence: Encouraging clients to live fulfilled lives with autonomy
  
• Community access: Helping children engage in their local community
  
• Medication support: Safe, timely administration of medication
  
• Specialist clinical care (where applicable): Supporting client with complex needs confidently and competently including Enteral Feeding, Epilepsy and Seizure Awareness, Airway Management, medication administration and Basic Observations
  

What we’re looking for:

• At least 6 months of paid professional care experience (or personal care experience in the UK)
  
• Confidence supporting individuals with limited mobility (moving and handling)
  
• The right to work in the UK
  
• Registration with SSSC (applicants in Scotland) or SCW (applicants in Wales)
  
• Ability to understand both verbal and written English to follow care plans and communicate effectively
  
• Hold our qualities of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and the ability to deliver exceptional care
  

Newcross Healthcare benefits:

• Same day pay: Instantly access up to 50% of your earnings after each shift
  
• Long term bookings: Consistent hours, working with the same clients for stronger relationships
  
• Unlimited training: 400+ CPD accredited courses through FuturU to help you grow your skills
  
• Referral bonus: Earn up to Â£500 for every friend you refer
  
• Welcome gift and uniform: Receive a free uniform and welcome box when you join
  
• Perks at work: 30,000+ discounts on retail, tech, travel and more
  

Join us and help transform lives...