Job Description

Job Title:

Children's Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker

Location:

Walthamstow, London

Employer:

KASE Care

Pay Rate:

13.00 - 16.00 per hour during probation (depending on shift). An increase may be considered upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Hours Available:

Monday to Friday:

3:15pm - 10:00pm

Sunday to Thursday (Nights):

10:00pm - 8:00am

Saturday & Sunday:

10:00am - 8:00pm
About the Role

KASE Care is seeking a

dedicated, compassionate, and highly skilled Children's Healthcare Assistant

to support a child with

complex medical needs

in the

Walthamstow area

. This role requires a confident and attentive individual who can provide one-to-one care within the home and community while prioritising safety, comfort, dignity, and wellbeing at all times.

The child has

high support needs across all aspects of daily living

, including mobility, feeding, hydration, medication, communication, positioning, and airway management. The successful candidate will be able to recognise and respond to non-verbal communication, observing changes in movement, vocalisation, and behaviour to understand the child's needs and emotional state.

Child's Medical Needs & Conditions

The child has the following diagnoses and care requirements:

Vein of Galen malformation Ventriculomegaly Brain injury following intracranial haemorrhage Quadriplegic cerebral palsy VP shunt Severe visual impairment Global developmental delay Sleep disorder and sleep apnoea Congenital heart differences (ASD with PAPVR - monitored by cardiology at GOSH) Laryngomalacia Gastro-oesophageal reflux, risk of aspiration, frequent vomiting PEG feeding (MIC-KEY button) Severe movement difficulties, including dystonia and spasms History of hip surgery (March 2024)
Key Responsibilities

Provide high-level, child-centred care in line with care plans and clinical guidance Support with

PEG feeding (MIC-KEY button)

, hydration, and medication administration Monitor airway safety, breathing, reflux, and aspiration risks Support safe positioning, transfers, and comfort at all times Provide full personal care, maintaining dignity and respect Recognise and respond appropriately to

non-verbal communication cues

Support safe access to the community, ensuring breathing, positioning, and comfort are always prioritised Monitor for changes in health, behaviour, or condition and escalate appropriately Maintain accurate daily records and communicate effectively with the wider care team Always follow safeguarding policies and best practice
Essential Skills & Experience

Experience supporting

children with complex medical needs

Confidence in PEG feeding and medication administration Strong understanding of airway management and aspiration risk Experience with cerebral palsy and severe physical disabilities Excellent observational skills and ability to interpret non-verbal communication Calm, patient, and responsive approach to care Strong communication and teamwork skills Commitment to safeguarding and person-centred care
Desirable

Paediatric care experience in a home or community setting Paediatric First Aid training Experience working with children with neurological conditions
What We Offer

Competitive pay:

13.00 - 16.00 per hour during probation

Potential pay increase following successful completion of probation Structured support, training, and ongoing guidance Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child's life through specialist one-to-one care
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.00-16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 40 per week

Application question(s):

do you have access to your own car?
Experience:

PEG feeding: 1 year (required) Mic-Key button: 1 year (required) Quadriplegic cerebral palsy: 1 year (preferred) Brain injury: 1 year (preferred) hydration, and medication administration: 1 year (preferred) moving and handling: 1 year (preferred) personal care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Willingness to travel:

100% (preferred)
Work Location: In person