At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care to a child with complex health needs during waking night shifts.
- Company: Join Superior Healthcare, dedicated to supporting children and families in their homes.
- Benefits: Earn £15.00 - £17.00 per hour with comprehensive training and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team environment and flexible shift patterns.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a child's life while gaining valuable experience in healthcare.
- Qualifications: 6 months' experience in complex care and a caring, professional attitude required.
The predicted salary is between 17 - 17 £ per hour.
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Pay Rate: £15.00 - £17.00 per hour
Shifts: Waking Nights (21:00 - 07:00)
Who are we? Superior Healthcare delivers round-the-clock care to children, young people, and adults living with long-term complex health conditions. Our goal is simple: to support our clients to live life to the full; independently, happily, and safely at home. We are equally committed to providing our care teams with excellent benefits, ongoing support, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
About the role: We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Paediatric Complex Care Assistant to support our 8-year-old client within their family home in Canterbury. This rewarding role involves providing person-centred care and promoting our young client's comfort, safety, and wellbeing throughout the night.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Epilepsy and seizure management
- PEG and enteral feeding
- Medication administration
- Supporting a child with severe learning difficulties
- Personal care
- Moving and handling
- Supporting daily living activities
- Monitoring and responding to changes in health and wellbeing
Shift Pattern: Waking Nights: 21:00 - 07:00
Week 1: Saturday, Sunday
Week 2: Friday, Sunday
This is a rolling two-week rota.
What we're looking for: To be considered for this position, you will need:
- A minimum of 6 months' experience supporting children with complex care needs
- Full Right to Work in the UK without the requirement for sponsorship
- Confidence supporting clients with complex health conditions
- A caring, reliable, and professional approach
- Drivers are preferred but not essential.
What we offer: At Superior Healthcare, we recognize and reward the incredible work our care teams do. We offer:
- Competitive pay rates of £15.00 - £17.00 per hour
- Comprehensive training and ongoing clinical support
- Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
- A supportive and dedicated management team
- The chance to make a genuine difference in a child's life
If you're passionate about delivering outstanding care and would like to join a team that truly values its staff, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us provide exceptional care where it matters most - at home.
Please note that we are unable to provide Sponsorship. Superior Healthcare is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and professional references.
Paediatric Complex Care Assistant in Maidstone employer: Superior Healthcare
Superior Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture where Senior Complex Care Carers can thrive while making a meaningful difference in the lives of clients across East Kent. With extensive training, wellbeing support, and unique benefits like a Blue Light Card for discounts, employees are empowered to grow professionally and personally in a fulfilling role that prioritises quality care.
