Community Paediatric Care Assistant

Newcross Healthcare Solutions Limited; Plymouth; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Community Paediatric Care Assistant in Plymouth. You will provide essential support to children with complex needs, ensuring their comfort and well-being while fostering independence. With comprehensive training and support, make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Same-Day Pay

Unlimited Free Training

Referral Bonus

Welcome Gift & Uniform

Perks at Work

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of professional care experience or caring for a loved one.
• Experience working with children and young people preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care and daily tasks.
• Managing and responding to challenging behaviours.
• Providing advanced clinical care including tracheostomy care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sensitivity

Job description

Join us as a Community Paediatric Care Assistant inPlymouth

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? At Newcross Healthcare, we believe that every child deserves exceptional care in the comfort of their own home. We are not just a staffing solutions organization – we are a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients through personalised, compassionate, and professional care.

About the Role

Role: Community Paediatric Care Assistant

Pay: from £13.97 to £19.99 depending on shift and role

Location:Plymouth

We are seeking dedicated and skilled Female Community Paediatric Care Assistants to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to children and young people, addressing their complex clinical needs while offering practical support to their families. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to profoundly impact the lives of children, providing them with the care and support they need to thrive.

There are a variety of different tasks that you will be able to provide support with Tracheostomy and Learning Disabilities. Full support of all clinical needs provided by our Paediatric Clinical Lead Nurse.

The shifts for this role include days (09:00 – 15:00, 15:30 – 20:30) and waking nights (20:00 – 08:00, 22:00 – 07:00 and 21:45 – 07:45).

What You’ll Do

Your role will involve delivering both clinical and social care tailored to the unique needs of each child. Your responsibilities will include:

• Personal Care and Support:Assisting with daily tasks to ensure the comfort and well-being of the child
• Challenging Behaviour Support:Managing and responding to challenging behaviours with sensitivity and expertise
• Community Access:Supporting the child in accessing and participating in community activities, fostering social interaction and independence
• Promoting Independence:Encouraging and empowering the child to achieve greater autonomy in their daily life
• Medication Support:Ensuring the safe administration of medication
• Specialist Clinical Care:Providing advanced clinical care, including but not limited to invasive/non-invasive ventilation, tracheostomy care, enteral feeding, nebuliser treatment, and seizure management

With the support of our dedicated regional teams and cutting-edge technology, you will have the tools and training you need to make a significant difference in your clients’ lives every day.

What We’re Looking For

To excel as a Female Community Paediatric Care Assistant you should 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
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with children and young people (preferred, but not essential as full training is provided)

Why Join Newcross Healthcare?

We value the extraordinary contributions of our Community Paediatric Care Assistant and offer a range of benefits designed to support your work and professional growth:

• Same-Day Pay – Access up to 50% of your earnings instantly
• Long-term Bookings:Enjoy consistent hours and the opportunity to build strong, lasting relationships with the same families
• Unlimited Free Training:Access over 400 free courses through our training partner, FuturU, to continually enhance your skills
• Referral Bonus:Earn up to £500 for each friend or family member you introduce to Newcross
• Welcome Gift & Uniform:Receive a free gift box and Newcross Healthcare uniform when you join our team
• Perks at Work:Enjoy exclusive discounts on your favourite brands across 20 categories, including groceries, fashion, electronics, and more

Join Us in Making a Real Difference

At Newcross Healthcare, we celebrate and support our carers, providing the resources you need to excel in your role. We are committed to empowering you to provide the highest level of care, helping children and young people live their best lives.

If you’re ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and their families, join Newcross Healthcare today.