Paediatric Healthcare Assistant

Come Join Our Team!

We have an excellent opportunity for a female support worker to work alongside our client in Wickford, Essex.

Our client is a young child who is tracheostomy and ventilator dependant. However, while requiring specialist care, she likes to go to school and learn something new every day. She's looking for someone to support her at school, enabling her to engage in a variety of activities and help her to enjoy her independence safely and confidently.

Due to the clients support needs the successful candidate will need to be female, have complex care experience, ideally an understanding of tracheostomy care and airway protection, along with a full UK driving licence. Combining this with the softer skills of patience, empathetic, adaptable and being a clear communicator with the motivation and ability to engage the client and build a solid, supporting relationship.   Pay: £11.55 per hour

Hours: 40 Per Week (Term time only, Monday - Friday 08:45 - 16:45)

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting attendance and active participation in school activities. Managing ventilation and tracheostomy care along with gastrostomy needs.  Ensure mobility and independence are supported safely while fostering confidence and self reliance. Airway protection.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in complex care.
• To be able to deal with challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work the specified hours.

Benefits:

• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Regular supervisions and check-ins.
• Both online and In-person training.

At Enviva we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion, or age. We offer training, providing you with the skills you need to excel in the role. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and support this could be the opportunity for you.

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At Sonderwell, we’re a UK-wide care provider, dedicated to giving our clients the best possible care, so they can live their own unique lives. To achieve that, we believe in caring for our carers, so they deliver better care for our clients. You’ll find a place where you can learn, develop and grow into the role that best suits you. And you’ll join a close-knit, supportive team who are always looking out for each other. So, whatever path you choose, you’re never on your own – there’s always someone you can reach out to for help and advice.