Paediatric Community Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Community Paediatric Care Assistant in Waterlooville. The role involves providing life-enhancing care to children and young people, assisting with personal care, and managing complex medical needs. Ideal candidates should have at least 6 months of professional care experience and a valid driving license. Benefits include same-day pay, ongoing training, and referral bonuses. Join the team and help shape brighter futures for vulnerable individuals.

Benefits

Same-Day Pay

Unlimited Training

Referral Bonus

Welcome Gift & Uniform

Perks at Work

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of paid professional care experience (or personal care experience in the UK).
• A valid driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to understand both verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily routines to promote comfort and wellbeing.
• Managing behaviours with patience and understanding.
• Helping children engage in their local community.
• Encouraging confidence and autonomy.
• Safe, timely administration of medication.
• Supporting complex needs including ventilation and tracheostomy care.

Skills

Empathy

Integrity

Respect

Teamwork

Confidence supporting individuals with limited mobility

Job description

Community Paediatric Care Assistant - Waterlooville

Pay: From £13.97 - £16.69 per hour

20:00 - 06:00 Friday

We are looking for an exceptional Community Paediatric Care Assistant to join the Newcross Healthcare team in the Waterlooville area. Join us in a supportive and rewarding environment where your work helps children and young people live happier, healthier lives.

Female only, this is a complex paediatric care package.

Your Role: Supporting Independence, Enriching Lives

As a Community Paediatric Care Assistant, you will provide life‑enhancing, person‑centred care to children and young people in Perth. Your compassion and dedication will help young people live safely, with dignity and independence in their own homes.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and support: Assisting with daily routines to promote comfort and wellbeing
• Challenging behaviour support: Managing behaviours with patience and understanding
• Community access: Helping children engage in their local community
• Promoting independence: Encouraging confidence and autonomy
• Medication support: Safe, timely administration of medication
• Specialist clinical care: Supporting complex needs, including ventilation, tracheostomy care, enteral feeding, nebuliser treatment and seizure management

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of paid professional care experience (or personal care experience in the UK)
• Confidence supporting individuals with limited mobility
• A valid driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• The right to work in the UK
• Experience with complex care (preferred but not essential, full training provided)
• Registration: Applicants in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland will require the relevant registration (e.g., SSSC, SCW, NISSC). Not applicable in England.
• Ability to understand both verbal and written English to follow care plans and communicate effectively
• Qualities: Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and the ability to deliver exceptional care

Benefits

• Same‑Day Pay: Instantly access up to 50% of your earnings after each shift
• Long‑term Bookings: Consistent hours, working with the same clients for stronger relationships
• Unlimited Training: 400+ CPD‑accredited courses through FuturU to help you grow your skills
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to £500 for every friend you refer
• Welcome Gift & Uniform: Receive a free uniform and welcome box when you join
• Perks at Work: 30,000+ discounts on retail, tech, travel and more

Join us and help transform lives. At Newcross Healthcare, we believe great care begins with people who care. That is why we empower you with smart technology, 24/7 support and a team that values you. You will have the freedom to deliver care guided by empathy, respect, integrity and teamwork.

Ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today and help shape brighter futures for children and young people.

If this advert states male or female only, it is due to a genuine occupational requirement. If you do not meet this requirement, please review our other vacancies.

Newcross Healthcare offers permanent employment in temporary locations with both full‑time and part‑time hours available, subject to availability.