Care Assistant

Ocean Healthcare is looking for an experienced Care Assistant to provide 2:1 support for a gentleman in his 60s living with Motor Neurone Disease, a rare neurological condition that progressively damages parts of the nervous system. He has a tracheostomy for airway management, is ventilator-dependent for respiratory support, has a PEG for feeding and a colostomy.

He requires full support with mobility, using a wheelchair and hoist for transfers and uses eye gaze technology to communicate.

He enjoys getting out into the community, going shopping and spending time on his boat during the summer.

Shift Details:

• 20:00-08:00 Monday to Sunday

Note: it would be great if you were flexible enough to do 1 or 2 nights per week, but we recognise that doesn't suit everyone. Please contact us if you're interested and would like to discuss your availability.

Pay Rates:

• £14.80 p/hr Monday - Thursday

• £15.05 p/hr Friday

• £17.05 p/hr Saturday - Sunday

• £20.05 p/hr Bank Holidays

Why Join us?

Ocean Healthcare is one of the most highly respected care organisations in the Southwest. Check us out on Facebook or look at our Google Reviews. Our philosophy is Live Happy Care Well which is based on the principle that you can't pour from an empty cup. We’re committed to treating our staff well and doing the right thing by the people we serve. When you work with us, you’re part of a supportive, professional, and highly regarded team that prioritizes your needs and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing personal care

• Ensuring safety and well-being

What We’re Looking For

• Confident, engaging and personable

• Experience with airway and respiratory management, enteral feeding and colostomy is highly desired but not essential as full training provided

The ideal candidate would be confident, resilient and personable. You'll be an experienced Care Assistant, competent with moving and handling. Experience with airway and respiratory management, enteral feeding and colostomy is highly desired but not essential as full training provided.

What You'll Need

• Good References (covering at least 3 years)

• You must be a car driver

• Reliability and good communication

• Right to to work in the UK (We do not offer Work Visa)

While there are lots of work opportunities within Ocean Healthcare, the terms detailed in this job advert are specific ONLY to this package of care. Permanent and bank contracts available. You can work full or part time.

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