Paediatric Care Assistant – Waking Nights

Advantage Healthcare is recruiting for Care Assistants to support children in the Nottingham area.

£8.25 - £10.70 per hour, Waking Nights

We have been entrusted with the care of a young boy aged 6 who suffers with Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Scoliosis. Due to his conditions, his respiratory function is impaired so he requires the use of a Nippy ventilator, which helps maintain his airway and lung function as he sleeps. Care Assistants are required to provide respite during the night for his parents.

We are looking for dedicated and attentive Complex Carers to provide waking night care to our client, and to ensure he has a comfortable night's sleep. You will need to respond quickly if he becomes acutely unwell providing him with oxygen and ensuring he does not become distressed.

We are looking for Care Assistants with experience of;

• Nippy ventilators


• Complex care environment


• Children's experience


• Moving and handling

You will need to have access to your own car and a willingness to travel throughout the local area. Clinical references will also be required to show your skills and experience.

What can you expect:

• On-going 24/7 support from the AHG Senior Nurse Team


• Continued Professional Development & specialist training


• Work with some of the UK’s most prestigious companies and individuals


• Fast track recruitment


• First refusal to other care opportunities


• Members loyalty scheme


• Holiday pay


• Access to exclusive discounts for high street stores, travel and other leisure activities

Applying is easy:

Apply online now, enclosing your current CV and a covering letter, or alternatively contact our Recruitment Team on 0800 032 3355. Applicants subject to enhanced level DBS check. Advantage Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer (Agy).

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