Paediatric Complex Care Support Worker Job in Cranleigh, Surrey
Updated: 5 days ago
Job Type Full Time Part Time Temporary
Location Cranleigh
Area Surrey, England Salary £14.00 - £15.00p/h
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Nursing Direct
Telephone 0330 056 6000 Shifts: Nights Shifts Available
Job Ref NDHL280926c Description
Are you an experienced and compassionate Paediatric Complex Care Support Worker looking for flexible and rewarding night work that fits around your lifestyle?
Nursing Direct is currently recruiting dedicated Band 4 Paediatric Complex Care Support Workers to provide high-quality support to children and young people with complex healthcare needs in the Cranleigh area.
This role involves supporting a child within their home environment, delivering person-centred care throughout the night while promoting their safety, comfort, wellbeing, and quality of life. The successful candidate will have experience supporting children with complex care needs and be confident in recognising and responding to seizure activity.
Key Responsibilities
As a Band 4 Paediatric Complex Care Support Worker, you will:
Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to children and young people with complex healthcare needs
Provide continuous support and monitoring during night shifts
Support the child with personal care and overnight routines as required
Monitor the child's condition and respond appropriately to any changes in their health or wellbeing
Recognise, monitor, and respond to seizure activity in accordance with care plans and clinical guidance
Maintain accurate records of observations, interventions, and overnight care provided
Assist with medication administration in line with training, competency, and care plans
Support with feeding and hydration requirements where required
Follow individual care plans, clinical protocols, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures
Communicate effectively with parents, families, nurses, case managers, and the wider multidisciplinary team
Promote the child's dignity, privacy, safety, and wellbeing at all times
Requirements
We are looking for candidates who have:
Previous experience working as a Complex Care Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Carer, or Support Worker within a paediatric setting
Experience supporting children and young people with complex healthcare needs
Experience supporting children with seizure disorders or epilepsy
Previous experience providing overnight or waking night care
Experience providing personal care
A good understanding of safeguarding children and promoting their welfare
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A caring, patient, and compassionate approach
The ability to remain calm and professional in emergency situations
The ability to work independently within a family home environment
A flexible and reliable attitude
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs
Desirable Skills and Experience
The following skills and experience would be advantageous:
Community-based paediatric complex care experience
Experience with epilepsy management and seizure monitoring
PEG feeding experience
Medication administration experience
Experience supporting children with neurological or developmental conditions
Knowledge of person-centred care and family-centred support approaches
Why Join Nursing Direct?
Competitive pay rates of £14.00–£15.00 per hour
Flexible working patterns to suit your availability
Regular night shift opportunities
Weekly pay
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Supportive and experienced recruitment team
Opportunities to develop specialist paediatric complex care skills
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of a child and their family
If you are an experienced Band 4 Paediatric Complex Care Support Worker with paediatric, seizure, and night-care experience and are looking for rewarding work in Cranleigh, we would love to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE: Nursing Direct is a UK-based agency and only offers roles within the UK. Applicants must have UK right to work – we do not offer VISA sponsorship. We cannot accept candidates on 20-hour Student VISAs or Skilled Worker VISAs.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. All roles require up-to-date training and full compliance during registration.
