Children’s Palliative Care Assistant
Temporary maternity cover for a period of up to 12 months
Demelza South East London
Band 3 Equivalent
Full Time

Demelza Hospice Care for Children is a charity providing hospice services for children and young people with life-limiting conditions and support for their families across Kent, East Sussex and South East London.

We seek an individual with experience of working with children and with an NVQ L2 in a care related subject, to join our busy multi-disciplinary hospice team.

You must be able to show a ‘can do’ approach in a busy team environment with the ability to constantly prioritise and innovate to meet the needs of the children, young people and families.

Experience of working with children with disabilities or complex needs, you will have the ability to effectively implement care plans to deliver high quality delegated, holistic care to children, young people and provide support for their families.

You will be able to demonstrate an understanding of Safeguarding with the ability to recognise and report concerns effectively.

You will have a flexible approach to working, this role will include working a full shift pattern to include, earlies, lates, long days, nights, weekends and public holidays.

For an informal chat please call Ann Fagg, Care Services Lead, on 0208 859 9802.

All external candidates must apply through our website. Internal applicants can apply by sending a supporting statement to recruitment@demelza.org.uk

Closing Date – Thursday 5th October 2017
Interview Date – Tuesday 10th October 2017

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit our website - www.demelza.org.uk

An Enhanced DBS Disclosure check will be undertaken for successful applicants.
Demelza is an equal opportunities employer.
Registered Charity No 1039651
Demelza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.