Care Assistant

Company Description

Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour

Location: Wallsend

Shifts Available: Saturday and Sunday Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role.

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.

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

We are seeking a compassionate Complex Care Assistant to support a lovely 11-year-old boy with cerebral palsy in his family home. He lives with his parents, older brother, and a friendly cockapoo, and is described by his family as a happy, cheeky "little tinker" with a lovable personality.

You will provide person-centred care, working alongside a colleague and a multidisciplinary team to support his wellbeing and community activities. An adapted vehicle is provided for outings.

Clinical Needs:

• Cerebral palsy
• PEG management (nutrition, fluids, medications)
• Moving and positioning
• Some personal care

Qualifications

What you'll need

Candidate would need to meet the following requirements before applying:

• A full UK driving licence.

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.