Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a caring and patient carer to join their team in Northfleet, delivering essential paediatric care to a delightful 1-year-old. Key responsibilities include tracheostomy management and medication administration. The ideal candidate will have experience in a paediatric complex care setting and be proficient in suctioning. Join a company that is dedicated to transforming the care industry, offering numerous career opportunities and security.

Benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid annual leave

Refer a friend scheme

Enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• Must have experience in paediatric complex care.
• Proficient in tracheostomy management.
• Skilled in suctioning and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to a 1-year-old client.
• Follow a care plan including tracheostomy management.
• Attend regular supervisions and team meetings.

Skills

Experience working in a paediatric complex care setting

Experience with a tracheostomy

Experience with suctioning

Experience of paediatric medication administration

Experience of moving & handling equipment

Job description

Access to a vehicle required due to the geographical location of the role.

What we offer

Advantage Healthcare is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds.

What you’ll get

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

What you’ll do

Be a part of a special care team delivering care to our client who is a delightful 1 year old. We are looking for a patient carer with excellent observational skills to join our existing team.

You will deliver care in line with the care plan which includes tracheostomy management, suctioning and medication administration.

You will be supported by Advantage Healthcare London branch and invited to attend regular supervisions and team meetings. A registered nurse will ensure you are competent in our client’s care needs and support with any clinical concerns and queries you may have.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

The following is essential to be eligible for an interview: -

• Experience working in a paediatric complex care setting.
• Experience with a tracheostomy.
• Experience with suctioning.
• Experienceof paediatric medication administration.
• Experience of moving & handling equipment.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.