Senior Childrens Support Worker

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Maidstone, Kent

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£17.25 - £19.55 per hour

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Full Time

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April 9, 2026

Description

Description

Superior Healthcare is recruiting experienced Senior Community Healthcare Support Workers to support paediatric clients across Mid and West Kent. This is a rewarding night‑shift role working with children who have complex clinical needs within their family homes.

The Role

You will be supporting paediatric clients living with a range of complex healthcare needs, including:

  • Tracheostomy care
  • Ventilation support
  • Seizure management

Your role will focus on ensuring each child is safe, comfortable, and supported to live a fulfilled and happy life while maintaining the highest standards of clinical care.

About the Clients

  • Location: Mid and West Kent
  • Age: Children
  • Living with: Parents and siblings
  • Personality & Interests:
    Our clients are active, bubbly, and inquisitive, with interests including: 

    • Cars and dinosaurs
    • Animals and pets
    • Outdoor activities, such as feeding chickens

What We’re Looking For

  • Female applicants only (this is a genuine occupational requirement based on client preferences)
  • A energetic personality and strong initiative
  • Clear and confident communication skills
  • Ability to work calmly and professionally in the family home environment

Essential Experience

  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Tracheostomy care
    • Ventilation support
    • Seizure management

Driving Requirement

  • Must be aged 25 or over
  • Full, clean UK driving licence
  • Confident driving a wheelchair-accessible vehicle

Shifts & Pay

  • Night shifts only
  • 4 shifts on / 4 shifts off rolling rota
  • Hourly rate: £17.25 – £19.55

Pre-Employment Checks

  • Enhanced DBS check
  • 3 years’ continuous referencing

Please apply or contact Emma Boyle via email: emmaboyle@superiorhealthcare.co.uk for more information.

 

*You must be based in the UK to apply for this role – we do not offer VISA sponsorship*

REGEBO

  • You will be supporting paediatric clients living with a range of complex healthcare needs
  • Work alongside field care supervisors and nurse managers
  • Ensure excellent care at all time and fit seamlessly into the community environment

Benefits of working for Superior Healthcare

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Flexible shifts

Choice of day, night and weekend shifts

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Competitive Pay

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Paid Training

Thorough paid training and supported induction, with annual paid refreshers.

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Wellbeing support including up to 6 face-to-face counselling sessions.

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