Female Complex Care Assistants (5260)

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 OR
• 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
• Hours, times and days of work: A degree of flexibility is offered. Rota's details are to be agreed on during the interview.
Operational Times (subject to change as needed) Thursday: 9pm-9am Friday: 9pm-9am
• The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
• I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
• You will be required to adhere to policies during your role. Further details will be given about these policies upon starting.
The post is subject to the following
• A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
• This post is subject to satisfactory references.
• This post is subject to a probationary period of 6 months.