Job summary Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall 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 37.5 hours per week Main duties of the job Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall 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 37.5 hours per week About us Acorns is recognised as a great place to work because of our people. Our priority is that our people feel valued, whatever their background and experience, and wherever they work. Help us to save the Children's Hospice Grant: Click here to find out more Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £23,400 to £24,720 a year Plus additional allowances for weekends and nights Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 259629 Job locations Black Country Hospice Walstead Road Walsall West Midlands WS5 4NL Job description Job responsibilities Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall 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 37.5 hours per week About the Role At Acorns, we aim to make every day a special day for children who spend time with us at a hospic e. We provide complex 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 childs individual holistic needs and were structured so that youll simply have the time to care. As a Care Assistant, youll Assist nurses in assessing the care needs of the children Deliver day to day care as detailed in the care plan Assist with medication administration Facilitate outings, play and activity that is appropriate to age and development needs. Our Care Assistants have opportunities to apply for a Trainee Nursing Associate role with us, where youll study for a professional qualification, which could support your career into nursing. Typical shift patterns: 12.5 hour day: 7.30am - 8.00pm or 9.00am - 9.30pm 7.5 hour day: 7.30am - 3.00pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm 12.5 hour night : 7:30pm - 8am Discover what it's like to work in an Acorns Children's Hospice: More Than End of Life Care About You Care certificate or willing to work towards NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health) Experience in hospital or physical care of children Were 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. What We Offer £23,400 to £24,720 per annum. Enhancements for Saturdays (30%), Sundays (50%) and nights (50%) 37.5 hours per week Based in Walsall (WS5 4NL) Employee discounts from leading retailers Employee gym discount scheme Bike-to-Work scheme 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 Interviews are scheduled to be held on 11 November You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Childrens Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. If you have any questions, please contact us at recruitmentacorns.org.uk Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns? Job description Job responsibilities Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are looking for a Care Assistant for our Black Country Hospice, Walsall 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 37.5 hours per week About the Role At Acorns, we aim to make every day a special day for children who spend time with us at a hospic e. We provide complex 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 childs individual holistic needs and were structured so that youll simply have the time to care. As a Care Assistant, youll Assist nurses in assessing the care needs of the children Deliver day to day care as detailed in the care plan Assist with medication administration Facilitate outings, play and activity that is appropriate to age and development needs. Our Care Assistants have opportunities to apply for a Trainee Nursing Associate role with us, where youll study for a professional qualification, which could support your career into nursing. Typical shift patterns: 12.5 hour day: 7.30am - 8.00pm or 9.00am - 9.30pm 7.5 hour day: 7.30am - 3.00pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm 12.5 hour night : 7:30pm - 8am Discover what it's like to work in an Acorns Children's Hospice: More Than End of Life Care About You Care certificate or willing to work towards NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health) Experience in hospital or physical care of children Were 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. What We Offer £23,400 to £24,720 per annum. Enhancements for Saturdays (30%), Sundays (50%) and nights (50%) 37.5 hours per week Based in Walsall (WS5 4NL) Employee discounts from leading retailers Employee gym discount scheme Bike-to-Work scheme 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 Interviews are scheduled to be held on 11 November You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting organisation we are committed to ensuring that the United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child is embedded into both culture and practice within the organisation. As an employee you will be a Duty Bearer for Childrens Rights and support all children to be Rights Holders. If you have any questions, please contact us at recruitmentacorns.org.uk Find out about our culture, career development, benefits and more here: Why Work for Acorns? Person Specification Qualifications Essential NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health), Care Certificate Desirable. Experience Essential Experience in hospital or physical care of children Desirable Experience of work with children with special needs or disability Person Specification Qualifications Essential NNEB or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (in a subject related to children, families or health), Care Certificate Desirable. Experience Essential Experience in hospital or physical care of children Desirable Experience of work with children with special needs or disability Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust Address Black Country Hospice Walstead Road Walsall West Midlands WS5 4NL Employer's website https://www.acorns.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)