Paediatric Care Assistant

Sugarman Health & Wellbeing; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist Training

Career Development

Supportive Team

Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is seeking a compassionate Paediatric Care Assistant in Exeter (EX2) on a full-time basis. You will support children with complex needs in home and educational settings, providing clinical and personal care under supervision.

The role offers training, career progression, DBS support, and weekly PAYE/umbrella pay; benefits include holiday pay and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Patient, observant, and kind-hearted individual.
• Minimum of 6 months of professional UK Care experience desirable; full training provided.
• Paediatric or complex care experience beneficial, but willingness to learn is important.
• Excellent communication skills and patience to build a relationship with a non-verbal individual.
• Ability to follow detailed care plans and protocols meticulously.
• Proactive and observant, able to spot subtle changes in a person’s condition.
• Provide updated Right to Work and a valid DBS certificate (assistance available).

Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Providing dedicated clinical care under the guidance of the school nursing team, including tracheostomy care, tube feeding, medication management, oxygen monitoring, oral suction, ventilation and basic life support.
• Personal Care: Assisting with all aspects of personal hygiene, toileting, and pad changes with dignity and respect.
• Engagement & Social Support: Encouraging and supporting participation in classroom activities and social interactions with peers.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Patience

Education

NVQ level 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Role: Paediatric Care AssistantSalary: £15 per hourLocation: EX2, ExeterJob Type: Full time

Shifts on offer: Monday to Sunday Nights

About Us

Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is a nationwide care provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. We are proud to support children and young people with complex needs in educational settings, helping them to live fulfilling lives and achieve their educational goals.

Why Join Sugarman Health and Wellbeing?

Joining Sugarman Health and Wellbeing means becoming part of a supportive and purpose-driven team that truly values the impact of quality care. With a strong reputation for delivering personalised healthcare services across the UK, Sugarman offers not just a job, but a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in people's lives. Whether you're an experienced healthcare professional or just starting out, you'll benefit from comprehensive training, flexible working patterns, and genuine growth opportunities.

Benefits:

• Theoretical and Practical training is provided to ensure you have the correct skills and give yourself the opportunity to upskill yourself in the sector.
• Career development opportunities.
• NVQ level 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care *Please enquire for more information*
• Ongoing support from our Office Team, Registered Managers and Clinical Nurses.
• Weekly Pay via PAYE or Umbrella Schemes
• DBS application registered with Sugarman Health and Wellbeing
• Double Pay on Bank Holiday
• Holiday Pay

About the role:

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Paediatric Care Assistant who can support across multiple packages within the Exeter area. You will be caring for our Children service users who have complex needs such as Tracheostomy, Oxygen monitoring and therapy, Oral suction, Ventilation, Tubing feeding and more. Our Paediatric Healthcare Assistants roles are considered more of a companionship role by building up key relationships and promoting independence through daily tasks for our service user within their own home and especially within the community.

Clinical Care:

Providing dedicated clinical care under the guidance of the school nursing team. This includes tracheostomy care and management, tube feeding, medication management, oxygen monitoring, oral suction, ventilation and basic life support

Personal Care:

Assisting with all aspects of personal hygiene, toileting, and pad changes with dignity and respect.

Engagement & Social Support:

Encouraging and supporting participation in classroom activities and social interactions with peers.

Benefits:

• Specialist Training: Comprehensive theoretical and practical training is provided to ensure you are fully competent and confident in all aspects of clinical care, including suction, tracheostomy, tube feeding and more
• Career Development: Genuine opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• Supportive Team: You will be part of a wider team with ongoing support from our Office Team, Registered Managers, and dedicated Clinical Nurses.
• Weekly Pay via PAYE or Umbrella Schemes.
• Holiday Pay

Requirements for the Role:

• We are looking for a patient, observant, and kind-hearted individual who is passionate about making a difference in a young person's life.
• A minimum of 6 months of professional UK Care experience is desirable but not essential. Full training will be provided.
• Paediatric or complex care experience is beneficial, but a willingness to learn is most important.
• Excellent communication skills and the patience to build a strong, understanding relationship with a non-verbal individual.
• The ability to follow detailed care plans and protocols meticulously.
• A proactive and observant nature, able to spot subtle changes in an individual's condition.
• To provide the correct compliance documents, including an updated Right to Work and a valid DBS certificate (we can assist with a new application).

Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability