Paediatric Complex Care Assistant – Tracheostomy Care

Routes Healthcare (North) Limited; Stanley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Enhanced DBS

Referral bonus up to £250

Job summary

Routes Healthcare (North) Limited is seeking a compassionate Paediatric Complex Care Assistant for Stanley, County Durham. The role involves providing one-to-one care for a child with a tracheostomy, with full training and 24/7 clinical support.

Shifts are 12 hours, with day and night rotations, and the post offers guaranteed hours after probation. You will work closely with the family and healthcare professionals, ensuring safety and comfort while supporting daily routines.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for babies or young children in a paid role, nursing placement or professional childcare setting.
• At least 6 months' UK care experience.
• Moving and handling experience.
• Calm, gentle and reliable approach with ability to stay composed if situations change quickly.
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship).
• Tracheostomy or ventilation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one care following the child’s care plan and risk assessments.
• Carry out tracheostomy and ventilator care, clinical observations and medication administration (full training provided).
• Support personal care, moving and handling, and daily routines.
• Work closely with the family, healthcare professionals and wider care team.

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Nursing or childcare studies in progress

Job description

Routes Healthcare (North) Limited is seeking a compassionate Paediatric Complex Care Assistant for Stanley, County Durham. The role involves providing one-to-one care for a child with a tracheostomy, with full training and 24/7 clinical support.

Shifts are 12 hours, with day and night rotations, and the post offers guaranteed hours after probation. You will work closely with the family and healthcare professionals, ensuring safety and comfort while supporting daily routines.