Special School HCA: Paediatric Nursing (Maternity Cover)

CROYDON HEALTH SERVICES NHS TRUST; Croydon; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Croydon is seeking a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to support children with complex health needs within special schools. The role involves delivering planned healthcare interventions, assisting with clinical care such as enteral feeding and tracheostomy care, and collaborating with nursing staff. The ideal candidate will have a focus on teamwork and communication, with the opportunity for ongoing training, including completion of the HCA care certificate. Flexible working arrangements are supported.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Support for flexible working

Qualifications

• Understanding of complex healthcare needs for children.
• Experience working with children with disabilities.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to children with complex needs.
• Carry out risk assessed clinical care as allocated.
• Assist with clinics held in schools for observations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Clinical Care

Education

Healthcare Support Worker Qualification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Medical Equipment Handling

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Croydon is seeking a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to support children with complex health needs within special schools. The role involves delivering planned healthcare interventions, assisting with clinical care such as enteral feeding and tracheostomy care, and collaborating with nursing staff. The ideal candidate will have a focus on teamwork and communication, with the opportunity for ongoing training, including completion of the HCA care certificate. Flexible working arrangements are supported.