Job summary
If you care for others without a second thought and are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference an exciting opportunity has arisen within the Children and Young People's Complex Care Team at East Cheshire NHS Trust. This team cares for children and young people from birth to 18 years who have a variety of complex health needs. Care is provided in the community to meet health needs while supporting the social and educational inclusion of the child or young person.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual with a positive attitude, must be hard working, caring, dedicated and be able to demonstrate a willingness and commitment to team working and be flexible to meet the needs of the service.
Applicants must hold an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care, Child Care and Development or equivalent and will have experience of caring for children with complex health needs.
Our office is based in Congleton but the care packages are across East Cheshire so the ability to travel is essential.
Hours per week: 28.5
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be responsible for the holistic care of a child with complex health care needs in their own home and in an educational setting. Following a period of competency-based training and supervision the post holder will be expected to deliver care following a care plan and East Cheshire Trust policies and procedures.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Complex Care Trainer, the child and family and multiprofessional colleagues to develop relevant skills to deliver the specialised care required.
About us
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. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care, delivering the right care first time, every time.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or Childcare equivalent
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Demonstrates effective verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to use initiative and practice as a lone worker.
- Self- motivation and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations.
- Awareness of need for confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- An understanding of the need to follow care plans to work within the boundaries of care and follow guidelines and procedure.
Desirable
- Makaton sign language and/or knowledge of other communication aids.
- Awareness of how chronic illness affects the child and family.
- Shows insight into the needs and circumstances of patient group.
- Awareness of emotional and social (play) needs of child or young person.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with children and young people.
- Experience of working with people and dealing with members of the public
- Experience of clinical procedures, observations and care.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with children and young people with complex care needs.
- Previous experience of delivering care in the community setting.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or Childcare equivalent
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Demonstrates effective verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to use initiative and practice as a lone worker.
- Self- motivation and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations.
- Awareness of need for confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- An understanding of the need to follow care plans to work within the boundaries of care and follow guidelines and procedure.
Desirable
- Makaton sign language and/or knowledge of other communication aids.
- Awareness of how chronic illness affects the child and family.
- Shows insight into the needs and circumstances of patient group.
- Awareness of emotional and social (play) needs of child or young person.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with children and young people.
- Experience of working with people and dealing with members of the public
- Experience of clinical procedures, observations and care.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with children and young people with complex care needs.
- Previous experience of delivering care in the community setting.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
