Children's Support Worker - Driver
Active Care Group, North Greenwich, Greenwich
Children's Support Worker - Driver
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Active Care Group, North Greenwich, Greenwich
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 5 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 5e2be82e21ed482ab4595b922fca1169
Location ref: North Greenwich, Greenwich
Full Job Description
Children's Support Worker Evenings, 12 hr days and NightsLocations: Charlton (SE7) & Welling (DA17)Looking for a rewarding day or night role where you can truly make a difference?Join Active Care in the Home and become part of a dedicated team supporting a young boy with complex health needs in the comfort and familiarity of his family home.This is more than a care roleit's an opportunity to build a meaningful relationship, provide personalised, person-centred support, and help our client live safely, comfortably, and as independently as possible. Every shift is a chance to make a positive impact, not only in his life but also in the lives of those closest to him.If you're passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care and want to be part of a supportive team that puts the individual at the heart of everything we do, we'd love to hear from you.About the role:Active Care in the Home is expanding our client base and is recruiting a brand-new team of Children's Support
Workers to provide day time and overnight care for our young client in his family homes in Charlton and Welling.Our client is a young boy with complex care needs, including gastrostomy feeding (NBM), epilepsy, dystonia, mobility limitations, and sight and hearing impairments. You will be responsible for providing high-quality clinical support, including:
Suctioning (nasopharyngeal and oral)Nebuliser therapyPhysiotherapy supportOxygen saturation monitoringIndwelling catheter care (with a planned transition to a suprapubic catheter)POD temperature controlSupporting with a range of clinical equipment
Our client lives between both his mum's and dad's homes in Charlton (SE7) and Welling (DA17), so flexibility to work across both locations is essential.Care is delivered on a double-handed basis. Our team will provide one Children's Support Worker per shift, working alongside an established support worker already in place.We are particularly interested in candidates who have previous clinical care and epilepsy experience. A full UK driving licence is preferred, as you may be required to drive the client's mobility vehicle. Due to the nature of the role and the client's needs, non-smokers are preferred.When you will be working:Shifts available -
After school 3 shifts per week 3:30-8pmNights 7:45pm- 8:15 x3 night shifts Saturdays 12-hour day shift and 12-hour night shift School holidays 12-hour shifts x3 days and X3 nights
In this role, you'll support one individual with complex needs, working regular weekly shifts to build a consistent, trusted care team. While hours are usually stable, the position is offered on a zero-hours contract.What to look forward to:
Earn up to £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)Full specialist training, shadow shifts, and ongoing support from your Care ManagerAccess to the Active Learning Hub e-learning & in-person developmentHoliday pay, regular monthly rotas, and a Nest pensionBe recognised through our Active Awards programmeRefer a friend and earn up to £1,500A chance to build a meaningful career with the backing of a leading clinical and business team