Description
We are seeking compassionate, adaptable, and motivated individuals to join HCRG Care Group as Community Carers, supporting children with complex medical needs across Surrey.
As a Community Carer, you will provide high-quality, personalised care in the place where children feel safest and most comfortable - their own homes and community settings.
In this vital role, you will work closely with families and clinical teams to deliver safe, sensitive, child-centred care.
Main Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective care to children in the community as delegated by the Named Nurse.
- Identify safeguarding concerns and follow appropriate procedures.
- Maintain competencies in specific clinical skills and understand emergency procedures, including escalation and resuscitation.
- Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in partnership with families and multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Help create a safe, stimulating environment and monitor and record each child's condition, taking action where needed.
- Organise day-to-day activities and attend mandatory training, supervision, and team sessions.
- Complete the HCRG Care Certificate within 3 months (if required).
- Follow infection control, confidentiality, and health & safety procedures.
- Communicate effectively with children, families, and professionals, adapting your approach where communication barriers exist.
- Participate in team meetings, maintain accurate records, and contribute to a supportive team culture by sharing information and raising concerns.
Benefits
- Starting salary of £25,500 plus Group Pension
- Free tea and coffee at your base location
- Membership of My Reward Hub for discounts on daily purchases, cashback, and voucher offers
- Access to wages as earned to avoid overdraft fees or high-interest rates
- Online and face-to-face help with mental and physical wellbeing
- Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways, and opportunities for continuing professional development
- An open, just culture that encourages ideas for delivering our purpose
- Pride in working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards