Support Worker, Kent, TN6

Snap Care; Minster; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Nanny / Support Worker to provide hands-on support for a child with complex medical needs. Ideal candidates will be experienced childcare professionals willing to learn new skills in a family setting. The role involves assisting with daily living activities and participating in ongoing training. Driving is essential as the location is remote. Competitive hourly wage offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Support and supervision

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified childcare professional with experience.
• Willingness to learn complex medical care skills.
• Driver with their own vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities for the client.
• Learn and provide complex medical care.
• Participate in training for eye gaze technology.

Skills

Experienced childcare professional

Keen to learn new skills

Driving capability with own vehicle

Job description

SEN Nanny / Support Worker, TN6, East Sussex. Keen to train in complex care and gain experience within a family setting then this is the role for you! Offering: £18.00 - £20.00 Gross per Hour.

• Nearest Station: Not applicable. Client’s home is in a remote location
• Salary/Wage: £18.00 Weekdays | £20.00 Weekends | Gross per Hour
• Driving Requirements: Yes, and with access to your own vehicle to travel to and from the family home
• Essential: Experienced childcare professional, keen to learn new skills in complex medical care
• Start Date: ASAP
• Days & Hours: Shifts available: Friday: 2.30pm to 7.45pm, Saturday and Sunday: 7.30am to 7.45pm. School Holidays: 7.30am to 7.45pm. Please get in touch with your availability.
• Pets in Home: Yes, dog, cat’s guinea pigs, and chickens
• Recruiter Contact: Suhada [e-mail]

About the Client
Snap Care has had the pleasure of recruiting for Benji’s care team since he was 18 months old, he is now 11 years old, and the team is expanding! Benji lives in his fully adapted home in Rotherfield with Mum, Dad, and his 2 siblings. He has a real twinkle in his eye with the ability to wrap anyone around his little finger and has been known to be a bit mischievous and cheeky! He loves gaming, sensory play, story time and going for long walks. Benji is diagnosed with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy and has associated complex medical and care needs including PEG (Tube Feeding), stoma catheter management, and airway suctioning. Benji is a full-time wheelchair user and uses Eye Gaze to support his communication.

The Role at a Glance
Benji is totally reliant on others to meet all his health, care, and medical needs, and requires practical hands-on support to participate in activities of daily living (ADLs). In this role you will learn how to complete manual handling / moving and transfers, complex medical care, such as managing Tube feeding, airway suction, and stoma catheter care, train in eye gaze technology, implementing therapy plans, document care notes, and update care plans. Not only will you have the opportunity to learn these new skills, you will also be an integral part of Benji’s support team dedicated to promoting his independence and reaching his full potential.
This Job Would Suit
A childcare professional keen to learn new skills, gain experience working within a family setting and transition to a SEN Nanny/Support Worker career. Please note, a driver with their own car is essential.

Why You’ll Love This Role
Joining a dedicated team focused on providing the highest quality of care and supporting Benji to reach his full potential. There are ongoing training, supervision, and support, along with continued professional development opportunities. Apply today!

Recruitment Process
This vacancy is being managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. We will review all applications and verify the essential criteria are met before passing suitable CVs and contact details to our client/case manager, who will continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client.

Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.

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