Job Role: Family Support and Health Care Workers
Hours: Full and part-time hours available, 8pm – 8am.
Hourly Rate: £13.50 per hour
Location: Gateshead
Urgent support required. We are looking for health care workers to support a young boy called Zac. Zac has a rare cardiac condition and requires 24/7 care and support. You will be always supported by an experienced support worker. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop as a health care worker and provide much-needed support within the home to this lovely family, making a real difference.
About Zac:
My name is Zac, I am 8 years old. My Mam is looking for excellent people to help look after me so she can sleep and do other things. I have 4 siblings, and our house is busy and fun. It’s essential you have a sense of humour.
Due to my medical needs, I require support during the day and night. My care and emergency plan will detail my needs, and full training will be provided.
You will work under my Mam’s direction to meet my needs and will be accountable to her.
I enjoy being active, playing with toys, music, singing, watching cartoons, and especially being outside. You will need to think of many activities to keep me interested and support my development.
Applicants should have a recognized, accredited care qualification with children. Experience with tracheostomy care is preferred; training can be provided to the right person.
An enhanced DBS check will be required, paid for by the employer.
For more information, please see the job details. Support is needed immediately, and the position will close once filled.
Note: At the start of employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK.
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