Job Description

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Complex Paediatric Support Worker to join our compassionate team at Yorkshire Community Care, supporting a 12-year-old girl. Our client is a bright, resilient young girl with Cerebral Palsy and respiratory instability, requiring home ventilation and having experienced PICU admissions. She is gastrostomy-fed and has a number of allergies, so attention to detail and a calm and confident approach is essential.

This is a highly rewarding role where every day you will make a real difference, helping someone live life to the fullest while developing your own professional and personal skills.

Duties

Deliver personalised, high-quality care and support tailored to the client's individual needs.
Assist with daily living activities including personal hygiene, mobility and meal preparation.

Tracheostomy management.

Administer medication and monitor health and wellbeing, responding appropriately to any changes.

Support community access, accompanying the client on outings, ensuring accessibility and safety.

Provide emotional support, encouragement and companionship.

Maintain accurate records of all care provided and report any concerns promptly.

Work collaboratively with family members and healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience working with

paediatric clients

, particularly those with

complex medical needs

, is essential.
Experience with

Cerebral Palsy, PEG feeding, and seizure management

is highly desirable (training can be provided).

Confident supporting

home ventilation

and monitoring

respiratory status.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Energetic, positive, and empathetic personality.

Awareness of accessibility needs, including wheelchair-friendly routes, transport and venues.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider care team.

Flexibility to work 12-hour daytime shifts.

A calm, resilient and proactive approach to complex situations. Someone who can bring warmth, humour and creativity to the role. NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential).

About Yorkshire Community Care

We are a small, dedicated organisation that provides complex care and support to adults with additional needs. Our teams are passionate about empowering people to live independent and fulfilling lives. We believe in kindness, compassion and creating opportunities for both our clients and our staff.

Safeguarding and Diversity

Yorkshire Community Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All applicants will undergo robust pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and references.
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, everyone is valued, included and supported to thrive.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.20 per hour

Expected hours: 36 - 48 per week

Work Location: In person