Care Assistant

City and County Healthcare Group Ltd; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wembley is seeking a compassionate care provider to support a teenager with epilepsy and breathing challenges. You will deliver specialized care, including peg feeding and seizure management, while being supported by a registered nurse. Ideal candidates have experience in complex care settings and demonstrate patience, resilience, and a gentle approach. Join us and help make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid annual leave

Refer a friend scheme

Enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience working in a complex care setting.
• Experience with PEG feeding.
• Experience of seizure management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to a client with epilepsy and breathing issues.
• Follow the care plan including peg feeds and seizure management.
• Attend regular supervisions and team meetings.

Skills

Experience working in a complex care setting

Experience with PEG feeding

Experience of seizure management

Experience with suctioning

Experience of oxygen administration

Experience of ventilation equipment

Experience with cough assist

Experience of using a ceiling hoist

Job description

Shifts Available

1 Shift Per Week + Plus Additional Shifts To Cover For Annual Leave & Sickness

What we offer

Advantage Healthcare is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds.

What you’ll get

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

Job Description

What you’ll do

Be a part of a special care team delivering care to our client who is a delightful teenager that has epilepsy and breathing issues. We are looking for a kind, gentle, and soft‑spoken candidate who has a lot of resilience, determination and patience.

You will deliver care in line with the care plan which includes peg feeds, seizure management, non‑invasive ventilation, daily suctioning and medication administration.

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.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

The following is essential to be eligible for an interview.

• Experience working in a complex care setting
• Experience with PEG feeding
• Experience of seizure management
• Experience with suctioning
• Experience of oxygen administration
• Experience of ventilation equipment
• Experience with cough assist
• Experience of using a ceiling hoist

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.