Care Assistant at City and County Healthcare Group Ltd

London Borough of Lewisham, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tracheostomy Care, Gastrostomy Care, Medication Administration, Suction Machines, Challenging Behaviour, Personal Care, Communication Support, Bowel Movement Monitoring, Skin Integrity Monitoring, Activity Planning

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Location: Lewisham (SE6) Pay Rate: £15 per hour Shifts Available: Monday & Wednesday Days - 8am - 4pm 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. We're sorry, but we do not currently offer sponsorship to applicants. 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 What you’ll do Be a part of a special care team delivering care to our client who is a delightful child and support him to reach his full potential. During the school day, carers are responsible for monitoring the client's tracheostomy and carrying out suctioning when needed, ensuring all emergency equipment is available and checked. You will provide full supervision while he attends school, due to his high activity levels and falls risk. You will be required to support communication using Makaton and visual cues, and assist with feeding his parent-prepared pureed meals while monitoring closely for choking or aspiration. Alongside this you will need to provide personal care, oversee bowel movement monitoring, and maintain a calm, structured environment to support his ASD needs. Ensuring equipment such as the blue box and suction machine are ready, provide stimulating activities to prevent boredom, monitor skin integrity, and liaise with school staff to maintain consistency and safety throughout the day. Qualifications What you’ll need Experience in following will need be required prior to being interviewed for the position: Experience of working in a complex care setting. Tracheostomy & gastrostomy care. Administering medication. Using suction machines. Challenging behaviour in paediatrics. 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. Apply online today!

Responsibilities

The care assistant will deliver care to a child, ensuring safety and support during school hours. Responsibilities include monitoring medical equipment, providing personal care, and facilitating communication.