Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare; Fetcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is looking for a compassionate caregiver to support a child with cerebral palsy and global developmental delay in Fetcham, UK. The role involves specialized tasks such as tracheostomy management, ventilator care, and daily suctioning. Candidates should be kind and patient, ready to collaborate with healthcare professionals actively. Training and support will be provided to ensure competency in the required care practices, creating a nurturing environment for the child’s development.

Qualifications

• Must have a kind and gentle demeanor.
• Ability to demonstrate determination and patience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care in line with the care plan including tracheostomy management.
• Care for a ventilated child and perform daily suctioning.
• Provide gastrostomy care and collaborate with healthcare staff.

Job description

Be a part of a special care team delivering care to our client who is a delightful child with cerebral palsy and global developmental delay, to support him to reach his full potential. We are looking for a kind and gentle candidate who determination and patience.

You will deliver care in line with the care plan which includes tracheostomy management, care of the ventilated child, daily suctioning and gastrostomy care.

You will be supported by Advantage Healthcare London branch and invited to attend regular supervisions and team meetings. A registered nurse will ensure you are competent in our client's care needs and support with any clinical concerns and queries you may have.