At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to children with complex healthcare needs.
- Company: Routes Healthcare, a leader in health and medical support.
- Benefits: Earn £14.99 per hour, receive specialist training, and enjoy flexible shifts.
- Other info: Clear career progression and 24/7 clinical support available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in paediatric care and understanding non-verbal communication.
The predicted salary is between 14.99 - 14.99 £ per hour.
Location: Doncaster
Pay Rate: £14.99 per hour (including holiday pay)
Shift Pattern: Night Shifts, Day Shifts (School-Based Support)
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Routes Healthcare does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced care professional with a background in paediatric and complex care, who can provide safe, compassionate support while building a positive and trusting relationship with the client. Full specialist clinical training will be provided. The client has a range of clinical needs and communicates through behaviours rather than verbal communication. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting their health, safety, wellbeing, and daily routines while promoting a positive and engaging environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver person-centred care tailored to the client's individual needs
- Support with jejunostomy tube feeding and management of a gastric drain
- Monitor and care for a Port-a-Cath
- Follow epilepsy and seizure management protocols
- Follow sepsis protocols and escalate concerns appropriately
- Provide full personal care, including continence support
- Accurately document care provided and clinical observations
- Build a trusting relationship and understand the client's communication through behaviours
- Work collaboratively with family members, school staff, and healthcare professionals
What We Offer
- Specialist clinical training and ongoing development
- Consistent shifts with the same client
- Clear career progression opportunities
- 24/7 clinical support
- Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £250
Requirements
- Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Previous experience supporting children with complex healthcare needs
- Experience working with non-verbal individuals and understanding communication through behaviour
- Experience supporting individuals with epilepsy and behaviours that may challenge
- Confident supporting tube feeding and following clinical care plans
- Knowledge of seizure management and epilepsy protocols
- Calm, patient, and playful approach to care
- Adaptable and able to work effectively across both day and overnight shifts
- Comfortable working within both home and school environments
- Reliable, consistent, and committed to building positive relationships
- Professional, compassionate, and person-centred approach to care
- Experience with enteral feeding, gastric drains, or Port-a-Cath care
- Experience supporting individuals with complex medical needs in home or educational settings
- NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care
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