Children'S Care Assistant

Superior Healthcare; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holiday

Company pension

Blue Light Card

Refer-a-Friend reward

Ongoing training

Nurse support

Specialist care skills

Friendly team

Job summary

Superior Healthcare in Frant, near Royal Tunbridge Wells, is seeking a Female Children's Care Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 care for a 12-year-old boy at home after school, weekdays and weekends. You’ll support clinical needs and daily engagement, using Makaton and play to keep him connected to activities.

Full training is provided; driver preferred; UK-based applicants only; hours 14:30–20:30 with extra shifts possible during holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing complex care and personal support.
• Ability to perform clinical tasks under supervision and follow care plans.
• Strong communication and compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 care to a 12-year-old boy at home.
• Assist with oral suctioning, PEG feeding, medication administration, and nebuliser support.
• Support mobility and engagement through play, music, and community activities.
• Ensure safety and safeguarding in daily routines.

Skills

Complex care

Manual handling

Communication

Engaging personality

Job description

At Superior Healthcare, we support children, young people, and adults with complex health needs to live safely and happily at home.

We’re looking for a Children’s Care Assistant to support a 12‑year‑old boy in his family home in Frant. He’s a bright, joyful child who loves music, dancing, humming songs, and using Makaton. He enjoys stories, toys, and is learning to use his power chair and trike.

You’ll support him in a warm, welcoming family environment, including attending church, helping him stay engaged, connected, and reaching his potential. If you’re passionate about meaningful care and making a real difference, this role is for you.

About the Role

You’ll provide dedicated 1:1 care, supporting both clinical needs and daily engagement.

Key responsibilities:

• Oral suctioning
• PEG feeding
• Medication administration
• Nebuliser support
• Intermittent catheterisation
• Bowel care
• Monitoring respiratory health (e.g. stridor)
• Manual handling (essential)
• Engaging through play, music, and Makaton
• Supporting access to activities and the community

Shifts

Come and join our team to provide support Monday – Friday after school (14:30 – 20:30), along with weekend shifts, including availability on Sundays to attend church.

Flexibility with hours would be appreciated where possible during school holidays, to allow attendance at activities with the family.

Extra local shifts may be available for those with a willingness to travel.

Why Join Superior Healthcare?

We believe great care starts with valued carers

That’s why we offer:

• Competitive pay rate of £16.90 – £19.50/hour
• Paid holiday
• Company pension
• FREE Blue Light Card
• Refer-a-Friend reward (£50 Love2Shop voucher)
• Ongoing training and development
• Dedicated support from our nurses and care supervisors
• Opportunities to develop specialist complex care skills
• A friendly, supportive team that genuinely values your contribution

What You’ll Need

• Complex care skills are preferred, but full training is provided
• Confidence with manual handling
• Warm, enthusiastic, engaging personality
• Female applicants only (client preference)
• Driver preferred due to location
• UK-based (no visa sponsorship)

Ready to Make a Difference?

Whether you’re a Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Complex Care Assistant, Children’s Support Worker, or Community Care Assistant, we’d love to hear from you.

If you’d like to chat about the role before applying, contact:

[e-mail]

01227 774 878

REGAON

Responsibilities

• To communicate confidently and clearly with clients.
• To follow the client's care plan, as advised by the Nurse Manager.
• To prioritise the client's wellbeing and raise any safeguarding concerns.
• To provide care including personal care, medication administration, moving and handling, and relevant clinical interventions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months experience in supporting complex care clients.
• Full Right to Work in the UK without the need for sponsorship.
• Full UK driving license not essential, but preferred.