Part Time Care Assistant

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  • Walsall
  • Posted 4 hours ago

NHS

Job title:

Part Time Care Assistant

Company

NHS

Job description

Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust are looking for a part time Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall to deliver holistic care of children and young people who are life-limited or life-threatened at the hospice or in their home. This role is offered on a part time basis, working 25 hours per weekMain duties of the jobAcorns Children’s Hospice Trust are looking for a part time Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall to deliver holistic care of children and young people who are life-limited or life-threatened at the hospice or in their home. This role is offered on a part time basis, working 25 hours per weekAbout usAcorns is recognised as a great place to work because of our people. Our priority is that our people feel valued, whatever their background and experience, and wherever they work.Help us to save the Children’s Hospice Grant: Click here to find out moreDate posted28 October 2024Pay schemeOtherSalary£23,400 to £24,720 a year Plus additional allowances for weekends and nightsContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number259628Job locationsBlack Country HospiceWalstead RoadWalsallWest MidlandsWS5 4NLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAcorns Children’s Hospice Trust are looking for a part time Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall to deliver holistic care of children and young people who are life-limited or life-threatened at the hospice or in their home. This role is offered on a part time basis, working 25 hours per weekAbout the RoleAt Acorns, we aim to make every day a special day for children who spend time with us at a hospice. We provide complex care for babies, children and young people, who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, both in our hospices and in their homes. Our Care Assistants are part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering care packages that are tailored to each childs individual holistic needs and were structured so that youll simply have the time to care.As a Care Assistant, youll

  • Assist nurses in assessing the care needs of the children
  • Deliver day to day care as detailed in the care plan
  • Assist with medication administration
  • Facilitate outings, play and activity that is appropriate to age and development needs.

Our Care Assistants have opportunities to apply for a Trainee Nursing Associate role with us, where youll study for a professional qualification, which could support your career into nursing.Typical shift patterns:12.5 hour day: 7.30am – 8.00pm or 9.00am – 9.30pm7.5 hour day: 7.30am – 3.00pm or 2.00pm – 9.30pm12.5 hour night : 7:30pm – 8amDiscover what it’s like to work in an Acorns Children’s Hospice: More Than End of Life CareAbout You

  • Care certificate or willing to work towards
  • NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health)
  • Experience in hospital or physical care of children

Were open every day of the year and are fully responsive to the needs of our children and young people, so we will ask for some flexibility as there will be day and night shifts.What We Offer

  • £23,400 to £24,720 per annum (pro rata). Enhancements for Saturdays (30%), Sundays (50%) and nights (50%)
  • 25 hours per week
  • Based in Walsall (WS5 4NL)
  • Employee discounts from leading retailers
  • Employee gym discount scheme
  • Bike-to-Work scheme
  • Generous contribution to group personal pension plan or continuation of current NHS pension scheme
  • NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme

Interviews are scheduled to be held on 11 NovemberYou need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references.As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Childrens Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders.If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns? Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAcorns Children’s Hospice Trust are looking for a part time Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall to deliver holistic care of children and young people who are life-limited or life-threatened at the hospice or in their home. This role is offered on a part time basis, working 25 hours per weekAbout the RoleAt Acorns, we aim to make every day a special day for children who spend time with us at a hospice. We provide complex care for babies, children and young people, who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, both in our hospices and in their homes. Our Care Assistants are part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering care packages that are tailored to each childs individual holistic needs and were structured so that youll simply have the time to care.As a Care Assistant, youll

  • Assist nurses in assessing the care needs of the children
  • Deliver day to day care as detailed in the care plan
  • Assist with medication administration
  • Facilitate outings, play and activity that is appropriate to age and development needs.

Our Care Assistants have opportunities to apply for a Trainee Nursing Associate role with us, where youll study for a professional qualification, which could support your career into nursing.Typical shift patterns:12.5 hour day: 7.30am – 8.00pm or 9.00am – 9.30pm7.5 hour day: 7.30am – 3.00pm or 2.00pm – 9.30pm12.5 hour night : 7:30pm – 8amDiscover what it’s like to work in an Acorns Children’s Hospice: More Than End of Life CareAbout You

  • Care certificate or willing to work towards
  • NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health)
  • Experience in hospital or physical care of children

Were open every day of the year and are fully responsive to the needs of our children and young people, so we will ask for some flexibility as there will be day and night shifts.What We Offer

  • £23,400 to £24,720 per annum (pro rata). Enhancements for Saturdays (30%), Sundays (50%) and nights (50%)
  • 25 hours per week
  • Based in Walsall (WS5 4NL)
  • Employee discounts from leading retailers
  • Employee gym discount scheme
  • Bike-to-Work scheme
  • Generous contribution to group personal pension plan or continuation of current NHS pension scheme
  • NHS pension scheme life assurance or Acorns group life assurance scheme

Interviews are scheduled to be held on 11 NovemberYou need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references.As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Childrens Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders.If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns?Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

  • NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health), Care Certificate

Desirable

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ExperienceEssential

  • Experience in hospital or physical care of children

Desirable

  • Experience of work with children with special needs or disability

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

  • NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health), Care Certificate

Desirable

  • .

ExperienceEssential

  • Experience in hospital or physical care of children

Desirable

  • Experience of work with children with special needs or disability

Expected salary

£23400 – 24720 per year

Location

Walsall

Job date

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:17:29 GMT

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