Care Assistant (Complex Care) - No sponsorship Watford, East of England, England
Job description
Anksley Care and Support is a provider of high-quality healthcare and support services for people living in Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. We are recruiting for Care Workers with at least one year experience who are willing to work with children with complex care needs. You will work in the client’s home and some of the care may need to be provided with support from another carer or a family member, usually a parent/guardian.
Skills and experience
Previous experience of working with children with Seizure Management Plans, PEG Feeding, Tracheostomy care, Ventilation Management, Administration of medication or willingness to be trained.
Flexible and committed to cover different shift patterns that could be days and nights;
Punctual, reliable with a genuine interest in caring for clients with complex care needs;
Confident to accompany our children or young people we support on days out if/where necessary;
Able to support with Personal Care; Feeding; Continence Care; Play Therapy;
Has an ability to communicate with children with varying degrees of communication needs.
Relevant training including Care Certificate. You will also receive comprehensive training that will prepare you to manage each client's needs.
What We Offer
Flexible work patterns.
Paid mileage
Comprehensive induction and training prior to providing support to a client.
Licence/Certification
DBS checks completed prior to working any shifts.
Right to work in the UK (essential - we do not offer visa sponsorship). Please DO NOT apply if you currently live abroad and do not have right to work in the UK.
Driving Licence (desirable)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.50-£14.05 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Application question(s):
- Have you ever cared for a child or adult with Complex Care needs?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- care work: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- current visa that allows you to work in the UK (required)
- Care Certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (preferred)
- Night shift (preferred)
- Overnight shift (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: CCW-23
