Care Assistant

London Care; North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a caregiver for a 2-year-old child with complex care needs in North Tyneside. The role includes personal care, medication management, and ventilation support. Ideal candidates must have experience in children's tracheostomy care and be able to engage with the child through play and sensory activities. The position offers flexible working and access to various benefits including paid leave.

Benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid annual leave

Refer a friend scheme

Enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in complex care is essential, especially with children.
• Understanding of personal care and mobility support required.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care, medication administration, and ventilation.
• Assist with peg feeds and mobility.
• Engage in activities like dancing and using sensory toys.

Skills

Ventilation - Nippy 4

Oral and Tracheostomy Suctioning

Medication Management

Mobility

Children's tracheostomy care

Job description

Advantage Healthcare is part of City & County Healthcare Group, offering access to resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security.

What you’ll get

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

The client is a 2-year-old who loves Bluey and Peppa Pig, enjoys chatting, and has limited verbal communication but can express needs. She likes sensory toys and dancing.

We require support with personal care, medication administration, peg feed, ventilation, and mobility.

Qualifications

What you'll need

Experience in complex care is essential, including:

• Ventilation - Nippy 4
• Oral and Tracheostomy Suctioning
• Medication Management
• Mobility
• Children's tracheostomy care

Additional Information

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