NHS
Job title:
Care Assistant
Company
NHS
Job description
Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust are looking for a Care Assistant for our Birmingham Hospice 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 full time basis, working 37.5 hours per weekMain duties of the jobAs 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.
About 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
About usWhat We Offer
- £23,400 to £24,720 per annum. Enhancements for Saturdays (30%), Sundays (50%) and nights (50%)
- 37.5 hours per week
- Based in Birmingham (B29 6HZ)
- 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
You 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 GoldRights 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.Date posted14 November 2024Pay schemeOtherSalary£23,400 to £24,720 a year plus additional enhancementsContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberB0025-261467Job locationsAcorns Childrens Hospice Trust103 Oak Tree LaneSelly OakBirminghamB29 6HZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Purpose:Deliver holistic care of children and young people who are life limited/ life threatened in their homes or at the hospice and to provide support to their families.Main Duties:1. Nursing and Family CareActively encourage a family atmosphere within Acorns.Assist the registered nurse in assessing the care needs of the child and young person when in the hospice or in their home.Deliver day to day care as detailed in the care plan to a safe and consistent standard.Work with colleagues to ensure all medication is given in a timely manner according to the Acorns medications administration record.Facilitate outings play and activity that is appropriate to age and development needs of the childAdhere to Acorns policies and maintain an awareness of new and developing care options.Every employee has a professional responsibility to maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues required to deliver quality care at the end of life.Every employee has a professional responsibility to maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues around the safeguarding of children, and to ensure that appropriate steps are taken to protect children facilitated through effective communication across multidisciplinary agencies.Every employee has a responsibility to maintain confidential, accurate and timely records.Develop the required computer skills to use technology-based solutions to facilitate effective communication and record keeping.Maintain an awareness of the diversity of families supported by Acorns and ensure that the cultural needs of the children and families are met appropriately.Ensure professional boundaries are maintained and that due attention is paid to confidentiality, privacy and dignity at all times.2. Professional DevelopmentActively participate in projects to develop service provision.Take advantage of training opportunities to further develop your skills and expertise to enhance your role within the Acorns Care Team including mandatory training sessions.Access clinical supervision as and when required.3. Management and Team AwarenessSupport the Nurse-in-Charge of the shift in-house at Acorns as required.Actively guide and supervise volunteer work with children.Assist the Matron with ordering and purchasing requirements as necessary for day-to-day running of Acorns services.Inform the relevant line manager / on call of incidents and concerns using agreed processes.Participate in the induction of new employees as and when required.4. CommunicationEncourage the philosophy of Acorns and present a good public image.Liaise closely with the all professionals and volunteers working with the child/ young person and family to ensure a seamless service.Attend team meetings and team briefings and participate in other meetings as appropriate (including external meetings)5. Health and SafetyEnsure that infection control guidelines and policies are strictly adhered to.Undertake risk assessment and management to ensure that clients, families, visitors and colleagues are safe.Be aware of and work within the lone working policies of the organisation.Maintain the Health & Safety Regulations of Acorns Childrens Hospice Trust including Fire Regulations within the Acorns buildings. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Purpose:Deliver holistic care of children and young people who are life limited/ life threatened in their homes or at the hospice and to provide support to their families.Main Duties:1. Nursing and Family CareActively encourage a family atmosphere within Acorns.Assist the registered nurse in assessing the care needs of the child and young person when in the hospice or in their home.Deliver day to day care as detailed in the care plan to a safe and consistent standard.Work with colleagues to ensure all medication is given in a timely manner according to the Acorns medications administration record.Facilitate outings play and activity that is appropriate to age and development needs of the childAdhere to Acorns policies and maintain an awareness of new and developing care options.Every employee has a professional responsibility to maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues required to deliver quality care at the end of life.Every employee has a professional responsibility to maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues around the safeguarding of children, and to ensure that appropriate steps are taken to protect children facilitated through effective communication across multidisciplinary agencies.Every employee has a responsibility to maintain confidential, accurate and timely records.Develop the required computer skills to use technology-based solutions to facilitate effective communication and record keeping.Maintain an awareness of the diversity of families supported by Acorns and ensure that the cultural needs of the children and families are met appropriately.Ensure professional boundaries are maintained and that due attention is paid to confidentiality, privacy and dignity at all times.2. Professional DevelopmentActively participate in projects to develop service provision.Take advantage of training opportunities to further develop your skills and expertise to enhance your role within the Acorns Care Team including mandatory training sessions.Access clinical supervision as and when required.3. Management and Team AwarenessSupport the Nurse-in-Charge of the shift in-house at Acorns as required.Actively guide and supervise volunteer work with children.Assist the Matron with ordering and purchasing requirements as necessary for day-to-day running of Acorns services.Inform the relevant line manager / on call of incidents and concerns using agreed processes.Participate in the induction of new employees as and when required.4. CommunicationEncourage the philosophy of Acorns and present a good public image.Liaise closely with the all professionals and volunteers working with the child/ young person and family to ensure a seamless service.Attend team meetings and team briefings and participate in other meetings as appropriate (including external meetings)5. Health and SafetyEnsure that infection control guidelines and policies are strictly adhered to.Undertake risk assessment and management to ensure that clients, families, visitors and colleagues are safe.Be aware of and work within the lone working policies of the organisation.Maintain the Health & Safety Regulations of Acorns Childrens Hospice Trust including Fire Regulations within the Acorns buildings.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Care Certificate or willing to work towards (within probation period)
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health)
Skills & AbilitiesEssential
- Ability to follow individual care plans.
- Ability to support profoundly disabled children.
- Competent IT skills with windows based programmes.
Desirable
- General counselling skills.
- Awareness of death and dying.
ExperienceEssential
- Experience in hospital/ physical care of children.
- Family/ child centered work.
Desirable
- Experience of work with children with special needs or disability.
- Experience of working with very sick children.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Care Certificate or willing to work towards (within probation period)
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health)
Skills & AbilitiesEssential
- Ability to follow individual care plans.
- Ability to support profoundly disabled children.
- Competent IT skills with windows based programmes.
Desirable
- General counselling skills.
- Awareness of death and dying.
ExperienceEssential
- Experience in hospital/ physical care of children.
- Family/ child centered work.
Desirable
- Experience of work with children with special needs or disability.
- Experience of working with very sick children.
Expected salary
£23400 – 24720 per year
Location
Birmingham
Job date
Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:37:16 GMT
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