Company Description

Location: Durham

Pay Rate: £13.00 to £13.25  per hour

Shifts Available: Term time only: 9.30 am – 3.30 pm - Waking Nights: Monday – Sunday 9:15 pm – 7.15 am

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

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 we offer

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Paid annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Access to our in-house app
• Work for the largest care company in the UK!
• Book an interview at a time and date that suits you!

Job Description

What you'll do

A compassionate and reliable professional care worker is extremely desirable in  supporting this young boy with complex disabilities in the Newton Hall area of Durham. You will work in the family home, where he lives with his parents and siblings.

Due to his medical condition, this little boy requires full support and constant monitoring. Key duties will include tracheostomy care, assisting with PEG feeding for some of his nutritional needs also administering medication. You may also need to offer personal care. Given his limited mobility he requires full assistance with moving and positioning, you will use various equipment including a ceiling tracked hoist.  While this young boy is non-verbal, he communicates through subtle gestures that once understood, gives you the knowledge needed to recognise his needs and feelings.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is professional, empathetic, and dedicated to providing high-quality care.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

We are looking for candidates who are familiar with Tracheostomy care although nursing led training will be provided.

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.