Your Role: Supporting Independence | Enriching Lives
We are recruiting experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our Community Care team in Devon. This role involves supporting a bright, resilient, and much-loved young boy living at home with his family in Dawlish. He has complex health needs and requires 24-hour care including waking night support, including non-invasive ventilation overnight, basic observations and nutritional support via a nasogastric tube.

Hours
Pay Rate: £16.39 to £19.99 per hour. Waking night shifts Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 22:00-08:00.

As a member of his care team, you will provide clinical and personal care whilst supporting her to sleep. You will be expected to work closely with her family, follow established care plans, and respond appropriately to changes in his condition.

We are looking for candidates with previous care experience who are reliable, confident working independently and flexible.

In return we offer flexible work to suit your availability, a variety of ongoing opportunities, access to training and development, and immediate work available.

Your responsibilities:

• Personal care and support: Assisting with daily routine management and organisation.
• Companionship: Offering warmth, kindness and a friendly face. Promoting confidence and social engagement while working towards the client's rehabilitation goals.
• Promoting independence: Providing encouragement and motivation to engage in daily tasks and meaningful activities like meal planning and cooking.
• Community access: Helping clients engage in their local community and volunteering opportunities.
• Medication administration: In accordance with care plans and training.

What we're looking for:

• At least 3 months of paid professional care experience (or personal care experience in the UK)
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and be able to respond appropriately to changing clinical needs.
• A calm, patient and compassionate nature, with respect for family-led care and partnerships.
• The right to work in the UK
• Registration with SSSC (applicants in Scotland) or SCW (applicants in Wales)
• Ability to understand both verbal and written English to follow care plans and communicate effectively
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Hold our qualities of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and the ability to deliver exceptional care.

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Essential Skills and experience:
Applicants must be trained, competent or willing to undertake training in: Medication Administration, Airway Management, Basic Observations, Infection Prevention and Control, Enteral Feeding via Nasogastric Tube.

Newcross Healthcare benefits:

• Same day Pay: Instantly access up to 50% of your earnings after each shift
• Long term Bookings: Consistent hours, working with the same clients for stronger relationships
• Unlimited Training: 400+ CPD accredited courses through FuturU to help you grow your skills
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to £500 for every friend you refer
• Perks at Work: 30,000+ discounts on retail, tech, travel and more

Our Newcross values:

• Integrity: We do what's right, even when no one is watching.
• Respect: Every voice matters, and every person counts.
• Empathy: Compassionate hearts deliver exceptional care.
• Teamwork: Great care is never delivered alone.

Join us and help transform lives. At Newcross Healthcare, we believe great care begins with people who care. That is why we empower you with smart technology, 24/7 support and a team that values you. Ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today and help shape brighter futures.

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