Complex Childrens Care Assistant
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Job Location:
Stockton on Tees - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
What youll do
You will provide person-centred care and support to a cheerful 7-year-old boy with chronic lung disease helping him thrive in his local primary school environment. Your day will begin at his home where you will accompany him safely to school and conclude by escorting him home again.
This little boy has a chronic lung disease caused by prematurity at birth. This has resulted in his lungs collapsing which he had upper and lower airway stents fitted. This little boy has Critical Subglottic Stenosis and Tracheomalacia PDA.
The support this little boy requires is trache and peg management also medications. He loves to go to school which he is in a mainstream school setting he likes to have his identity maintained attending social events but most importantly supported to live a happy and fulfilling life. He is a happy and content little boy who likes to be reassured.
Key responsibilities include:
- Tracheostomy care
- PEG feeding
- Personal care and hygiene
- Equipment checks throughout your shift
Youll support his health needs while encouraging safe self-feeding and promoting independence wherever possible. During the school day youll help him engage fully in classroom and social activities whether hes playing with his favourite toy cars learning with classmates or spending time with friends.
This is a rewarding opportunity to build your clinical skills and make a real difference in a childs daily life all while being part of a supportive care team.
Qualifications :
What youll need
Previous experience in tracheostomy is desirable.
Additional Information :
Why choose us
Were an equal opportunities employer. Thanks to the commitment of our health care assistants we see extraordinary achievements happen every day. We are transforming the care industry by working smarter using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK we have care assistant vacancies across the country and we offer a world of career opportunity choice and security.
Keywords: Carer Care Assistant Care Professional Care Worker Healthcare Assistants Support Workers
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
About Company
At CCH Group, were more than a care provider were a passionate community dedicated to driving the sector to new heights with a history of doing so. Founded in 2009, weve grown into the nations largest care company, with over 260 locations and 14,000 care professionals delivering ... View more
