Care Assistant at City and County Healthcare Group Ltd

Coventry, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

12.5

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Suctioning, Peg Feeding, Medication Administration, Airway Management, Chest Physiotherapy, Gastrostomy Care, Complex Care, Neurological Condition Support, Epilepsy Support, Neuromuscular Condition Support, Transfers, Repositioning, Patience, Attentiveness, Child Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Pay: £12.50 per hour Shifts: 3 days per week - 08:00 - 16:00 We are CCH. With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care. What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves: 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company. 135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional At Advantage Healthcare, part of CCH, we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team in Birmingham. Job Description What you’ll do We are seeking a kind, reliable, and compassionate support worker to provide care for our client, a young child with complex medical and physical needs who lives at home with their family. Our client has a neurological condition affecting development, epilepsy, and a neuromuscular condition that causes significant weakness in the lower limbs. They are non-ambulant and require full assistance with transfers and repositioning. Support is required with airway management, including suctioning, deep suctioning, and chest physiotherapy, as our client has difficulty managing secretions. You will also assist with gastrostomy (PEG) care, including administering feeds and medications. Our client follows a blended diet via gastrostomy, which has been very beneficial to their overall wellbeing. Our client has made excellent developmental progress and attends school five days a week when well enough. You will accompany them to school and support their participation in daily activities. They are vocal, enjoy interaction, and respond positively to engagement. Our client enjoys sensory play, water play, outdoor activities, and being spoken to. They are very family-oriented and enjoy being involved in family life alongside their siblings. Experience in suctioning and PEG feeding is essential, and previous experience supporting clients with complex care needs is also essential. This role would suit someone who is patient, attentive, and passionate about supporting a child to live a full and happy life. Qualifications What we’re looking for: We’re looking for people who are experienced in the following: Peg feeding Suctioning Medication administration Additional Information Here’s what makes us different: Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application Full training & paid induction - no experience needed Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more Ready to apply? Our quick, simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you. Join Advantage Healthcare in Birmingham today and be part of something meaningful. Region: West Midlands

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to provide compassionate support to a young child with complex medical and physical needs in their home, including assistance with daily living activities and school accompaniment. This involves specialized care tasks such as airway management via suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and administering feeds and medications via gastrostomy (PEG).