Company Description

Location: New Cross & Peckham (SE14 & SE15)

Pay Rate: £15-£16 per hour

Shifts Available: 8am - 8pm Weekdays

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.

What you’ll get

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

 Become a member of our special team of highly skilled carers who take children to school and deliver safe and effective care throughout the school day. Help children with complex care needs access education, support them to feel included in school life, and achieve their goals.

You will work in line with the child’s Education, Health and Care plan (EHC plan). Give encouragement and show appreciation of children’s achievements and help to boost their confidence.

You will be alone working so you must be competent to look after a child with complex care needs independently. Deliver care in line with the care plan which includes tracheostomy care, care of the ventilated child and gastrostomy care and administering all medications.

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

• Experience working in a complex care setting.
• Experience in moving and handling.
• Experience in tracheostomy & gastrostomy care.
• Experience of looking after a ventilated child.

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.