Care Assistant, Worcester

Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a Care Assistant for our Three Counties Hospice, Worcester, 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 hours per week. Main duties of the job Assist the Nurses in assessing the care needs of the children and young people. Deliver day-to-day care as detailed in the care plan. Facilitate outings, play, and activities that are appropriate to age and development needs. You will take advantage of training opportunities to further develop your skills and expertise and access clinical supervision when required. Our Care Assistants have opportunities to apply for a Trainee Nursing Associate role with us, where you will study for a professional qualification, which could support your career into nursing. About You Previous experience in general childcare and experience in a hospital environment or looking after the physical care of children. Care Certificate or willing to work towards. Knowledge of safeguarding is essential. We are 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. About us Acorns provides 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 child's individual holistic needs, and we are structured so that you will simply have the time to care. Each hospice is purpose-built with individually decorated rooms overlooking our gardens. We try to make it as welcoming and friendly as possible—a homely environment for the children, young people, and their families. What We Offer Up to £24,720 per annum (FTE). Based in Three Counties Hospice, Worcester (WR5 3EZ). Employee discounts from leading retailers. 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. Job responsibilities Job Purpose: Deliver holistic care of children and young people who are life-limited/life-threatened in their homes or at the hospice and provide support to their families. Main Duties: Nursing and Family Care Professional Development Management and Team Awareness Communication Health and Safety Each section will include specific responsibilities as outlined in the original description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 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 & Abilities Essential Ability to follow individual care plans. Ability to support profoundly disabled children. Competent IT skills with Windows-based programs. Desirable General counselling skills. Awareness of death and dying. Experience Essential 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.

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