At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide life-changing care for children with life-limiting conditions and create joyful experiences.
- Company: Join Noah's Ark Children's Hospice, an award-winning charity making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel reimbursement, and the chance to work in a supportive team.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available, including evenings and weekends, with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Empower families and children to enjoy life beyond their conditions while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Healthcare Assistant and a passion for caring for children.
The predicted salary is between 28080 - 30000 £ per year.
This role may be perfect for you if you are currently, or have been, a Healthcare Assistant. At Noah's Ark you'll have the opportunity to build on your experience and be trained to a more specialist level.
Main duties of the job:
- You’ll have experience working with babies, children, and young people in a health, education or social setting.
- You’ll understand the power of play and will enjoy creating experiences and activities for those you are caring for.
- Apart from experience, we look for individuals who share our core values of kindness, excellence and courage.
- You’ll thrive working autonomously, confident in your ability to deliver care on your own out in the community.
- You’ll know the value of collaboration, and will work closely with your team members, other healthcare professionals and the families you support to provide the very best care.
- Creativity and play will be central to your approach to care, with the ability to build long-term relationships with the children and families you care for.
- You will be available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.
- You will have a full UK driving license and access to your own car.
About us:
We exist to help babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, and their families, make the most of every day. Our mission is to enable those we support to enjoy life as children, not patients; as families, not just as carers.
Your commitment to children and families will continue through to end-of-life care. You’ll be a guiding reassuring presence for families and working with other healthcare professionals to create as much comfort as possible.
Specialist Carer Band 3 employer: National health service
The London Ambulance Service NHS Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises patient safety and service improvement. With a strong commitment to employee development, including leadership training and apprenticeship programmes, staff are empowered to grow their skills while contributing to the health of London. The Trust's inclusive culture and focus on quality management ensure that employees feel valued and supported in their vital roles.
