Community Paediatric Care Assistant

Newcross Healthcare Solutions Limited; Cowes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Cowes as a Community Paediatric Care Assistant. You will play a vital role in supporting children and young people, enhancing their quality of life through personalized care. Your experience in care will be key to making a real difference in their lives.

Benefits

Same-Day Pay

Long-term Bookings

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of professional care experience or relevant personal experience.
• Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• A valid driver’s licence and reliable access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily personal care tasks for children's comfort.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviours.
• Encourage children's independence and community participation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sensitivity

Job description

Make a Difference in Cowes

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Join Newcross Healthcare as a Community Paediatric Care Assistant and help elevate the quality of life for our clients in Cowes.

Role Details

• Title: Community Paediatric Care Assistant

• Location: Cowes

• Pay: From £13.97– £19.99per hour

Responsibilities

As a Community Paediatric Care Assistant, you’ll provide essential support to children and young people, including:

• Personal Care and Support: Assist with daily tasks to ensure comfort and well-being

• Challenging Behaviour Support: Manage and respond to challenging behaviours with sensitivity

• Community Access: Support children in accessing and participating in community activities

• Promoting Independence: Encourage and empower children to achieve greater autonomy

• Medication Support: Ensure safe administration of medication

• Specialist Clinical Care: Provide advanced clinical care, including ventilation, tracheostomy care, enteral feeding, nebuliser treatment, and seizure management

Requirements

We seek individuals who have:

• At least 6 months of professional care experience or experience caring for a loved one in the UK

• The right to work in the UK

• Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience working with children and young people (preferred, but not essential as full training is provided)

• A valid driver’s licence and reliable access to a personal vehicle

Benefits

At Newcross Healthcare, we offer:

• Same-Day Pay: Access up to 50% of the value of your completed shifts instantly

• Long-term Bookings: Enjoy consistent hours and build strong relationships with the same families