Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder., I am looking for a complex care assistant or someone with a vocation to work with children who is willing to develop into this role. I require full assistance with every aspect of my daily routine, and I need assurance that my well‑being and safety are taken care of. Please note that hospital stays may be involved as needed during scheduled shifts. Experience is desirable but not essential; all relevant training will be provided to the suitable candidates.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Provide direct care and assistance with activities of daily living, such as elements of personal care, transfers, and feeding.
* Manage and administer various medications, therapies and treatments.
* Monitor health status and keep detailed and accurate records.
* Assist with the review and creation of Care Plans.
* Maintain a safe and clean environment.
* Show a strong work ethic, including the ability to set priorities, follow strict and dynamic routines, complete work independently or as part of a team, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Capable of quickly responding, adapting, and learning when faced with new challenges and/or emergency situations.
* Always maintaining a high level of focus and attention to detail.
* Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Dystonia, PEG Feeding management. Female personal assistant required. Schedule 9, P1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
* Own transport required.
* Energetic, playful, patient, and caring traits.
* Dedicated with a strong work ethic and detail‑oriented.
* Good communication skills, both oral and written.
* Willing to proactively gain deep knowledge regarding health conditions and needs as required and participate in training sessions as required.
* Ability to set priorities, complete work independently (without supervision) or as a team and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Ease to understand and to complete all required documentation, including care plans.
* Ability to act in stressful /urgent situations.
Desirable Criteria
* Experience working with children in an educational setting.
* Paediatric complex care experience (PEG feed, epilepsy management, cerebral palsy).
* Experience with chest percussion therapy (CPT).
* Basic knowledge of computers at entry level (technology-friendly).
Pay Rate
Waking night rate £18.00 per hour.
Working Hours
* Hours, times and days of work: A degree of flexibility is offered. Rota details will be agreed during the interview.
* Operational times (subject to change as needed): Thu 9pm‑9am, Fri 9pm‑9am.
Benefits and Policies
* The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
* No private sick pay scheme. Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) may be available if eligibility criteria are met.
* Adherence to policies required. Further details will be given upon starting.
* A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
* This post is subject to satisfactory references.
* Probationary period of 6 months.
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