Health Care Assistant - Complex Care Team

If you care for others without a second thought and are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference Complex Care could be the right choice for you. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic Health Care Assistants with a positive attitude and compassion to join the Complex Care Team to support children and young people with complex medical needs in their own homes and education settings., The post-holder will be responsible for the holistic care of a children and young adults with complex health care needs and/or technology dependence in the Clients own home.

Following a period of competency based training and supervision; HCA's will be expected to carry out all relevant forms of care following client care plans and East Cheshire Trust policy, procedures and guidelines.

The post- holder will be working in conjunction with the family, other carers, health care professionals' and teachers to ensure a holistic approach to the child / young person's care.

You should be able to demonstrate a willingness and commitment to team working and have good communication skills. Level 3 NVQ in health and social care is essential.

Successful applicants will complete a competency-based training programme and will have the opportunity to complete the Care Certificate developed by Skills for Care, skills for health and Health Education England, which will equip them with the fundamental skills needed to provide quality care. You will have access to the NHS pension scheme and health service discounts.

We have several positions available which will involve shift work including days, nights and weekends. Our office is based in Congleton, but the care packages are based within East Cheshire so the ability to travel is essential part of this role, please demonstrate on your application form how you would meet this requirement.

Hours per week: 37.5 (Full time and part time hours available), We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons., Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.