This is a Band 2 post in the care team of Lagans Foundation, a specialist children's charity supporting children with complex health needs. The work combines personal and health care with play, sensory activities and emotional support for children and young people aged 0 to 19 with moderate to complex needs. The post also involves mentoring Band 1 carers, with split term-time shifts, school holiday cover and a weekend rota. Applicants need at least 12 months' paediatric or complex care experience and must be able to commit to the required hours.
What the job involves
- Provide personal, health and play-based care to children and young people with moderate to complex needs
- Build trusting relationships with children, young people and their families to support wellbeing and positive care experiences
- Use play, sensory activities, learning and community activities to promote development, confidence and enjoyment
- Support children's health and care needs within care plans, risk assessments and assessed competencies, working independently with safe initiative
- Administer medication safely and accurately in line with training and procedures
- Recognise changes in a child's health or wellbeing and report health, safety and safeguarding concerns promptly
- Uphold safeguarding, confidentiality, dignity, respect and professional boundaries
- Give constructive feedback on care plans and risk assessments
- Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and health, social care and education professionals
- Support and mentor Band 1 carers, lead by example and share knowledge
- Complete accurate care, medication, accident and safeguarding records, attendance logs and mileage claims using digital systems
- Attend mandatory training, supervision and team meetings and take responsibility for ongoing learning
What’s required
Qualifications
- Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification, or working towards it
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent
Experience
- At least 12 months' experience in paediatric or complex care
- Providing personal care to children or young people while maintaining dignity, privacy and respect
- Supporting children or young people with PEG feeding, oxygen therapy or epilepsy care
- Working shifts and providing reliable, consistent care to agreed rotas
- Working within individual care plans and health, safeguarding and care procedures
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication and organisational skills with children, families and professionals
- Good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries, and escalating concerns
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle with business-use insurance
Other
- Commitment to the required working pattern
Nice to have
- Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification, or working towards it
- Knowledge of Care Quality Commission standards and requirements
- Ability to support, encourage and mentor less experienced carers
- Confident use of digital systems, mobile applications and care documentation
- Evidence of ongoing learning, professional development and improving care standards
What’s offered
- 28 days annual leave pro rata
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan
- Perkbox
- Unlimited counselling
- Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options
- Ongoing training, supervision and mentorship
- Professional development and career progression
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Skilled Children's Play and Health Care Worker employer: Lagan's Foundation
Lagans Foundation is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with complex health needs. With a strong focus on compassionate care, our values-led culture fosters professional growth through ongoing training and mentorship, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Located across Prestwich and Sale, we offer flexible working patterns, generous benefits including 28 days annual leave pro rata, and a supportive environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and development.
