Community Paediatric Care Assistant

Newcross Healthcare Solutions Limited; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Community Paediatric Care Assistants to provide essential support to children and young people. In this rewarding role, you will address complex clinical needs and assist families, making a profound impact on their lives. With a commitment to exceptional care, you will be equipped with extensive training and resources to thrive in your role. Join a dedicated team that values your contributions and offers flexible working hours, ongoing training, and a supportive environment. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

FlexiPay

Long-term Bookings

Unlimited Free Training

Referral Bonus

Welcome Gift & Uniform

Perks at Work

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of professional care experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and support for children.
• Manage challenging behaviours with expertise and sensitivity.
• Provide specialist clinical care including medication support.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Experience with Children

Professional Care Experience

Sensitivity to Challenging Behaviours

Education

Care Training

Tools

Medication Administration Tools

Clinical Care Equipment

Job description

Join us as a Community Paediatric Care Assistant in St Austell

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? At Newcross Healthcare, we believe that every child deserves exceptional care in the comfort of their own home. We are not just a staffing solutions organization – we are a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients through personalised, compassionate, and professional care.

About the Role

Role: Community Paediatric Care Assistant

Pay: from £13.70 to £16.44 depending on shift and role

Location: St Austell

We are seeking dedicated and skilled Community Paediatric Care Assistants to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to children and young people, addressing their complex clinical needs while offering practical support to their families. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to profoundly impact the lives of children, providing them with the care and support they need to thrive.

About our service user

You will be supporting a service user living with Bulbar palsy, Tracheostomy, Central alveolar hypoventilation syndrome, GHD, Permanent gastrostomy, Epilepsy, and Global developmental delay as part of this role.

Shifts: Tuesdays (6pm to 9pm), Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

What You’ll Do

Your role will involve delivering both clinical and social care tailored to the unique needs of each child. Your responsibilities will include:

• Personal Care and Support: Assisting with daily tasks to ensure the comfort and well-being of the child.
• Challenging Behaviour Support: Managing and responding to challenging behaviours with sensitivity and expertise.
• Community Access: Supporting the child in accessing and participating in community activities, fostering social interaction and independence.
• Promoting Independence: Encouraging and empowering the child to achieve greater autonomy in their daily life.
• Medication Support: Ensuring the safe administration of medication.
• Specialist Clinical Care: Providing advanced clinical care, including but not limited to invasive/non-invasive ventilation, tracheostomy care, enteral feeding, nebuliser treatment, and seizure management.

With the support of our dedicated regional teams and cutting-edge technology, you will have the tools and training you need to make a significant difference in your clients’ lives every day.

What We’re Looking For

To excel as a Community Paediatric Care Assistant you should have:

• At least 6 months of professional care experience or experience caring for a loved one in the UK.
• The right to work in the UK.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with children and young people (preferred, but not essential as full training is provided).
• A valid driver’s licence and reliable access to a personal vehicle.

Why Join Newcross Healthcare?

We value the extraordinary contributions of our Community Paediatric Care Assistants and offer a range of benefits designed to support your work and professional growth:

• FlexiPay: Access up to 50% of the value of your completed shifts instantly, even on weekends and bank holidays.
• Long-term Bookings: Enjoy consistent hours and the opportunity to build strong, lasting relationships with the same families.
• Unlimited Free Training: Access over 400 free courses through our training partner, FuturU, to continually enhance your skills.
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to £500 for each friend or family member you introduce to Newcross.
• Welcome Gift & Uniform: Receive a free gift box and Newcross Healthcare uniform when you join our team.
• Perks at Work: Enjoy exclusive discounts on your favourite brands across 20 categories, including groceries, fashion, electronics, and more.

Join Us in Making a Real Difference

At Newcross Healthcare, we celebrate and support our carers, providing the resources you need to excel in your role. We are committed to empowering you to provide the highest level of care, helping children and young people live their best lives.

If you’re ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and their families, join Newcross Healthcare today.