Paediatric Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 19 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Kidderminster, DY11 6BZ |
| Company: | Acuity Care Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | acuity/LD/519/1565 |
Summary
Paediatric Healthcare Assistant
Pay rate: £14 per hour + mileage (Weekly or Monthly pay available)
Shift pattern:Monday - Sunday, waking nights 22:00pm - 8:30am & Saturday and Sunday days 11:00am - 16:00pm
We are looking for a caring, resilient and active Paediatreic Healthcare Assistant to join our team in Kidderminster to support a young girl who lives with her mum, younger siblings & family dog.
This young girl has complex clinical needs, Epilepsy and ADHD and they rely on a consistent team who truly understand them.They like to be active, love to go swimming, likes to be outside, visiting parks, zoo's and going to the local safari park. To make the most of days out in the community, a Full UK Driving License would be required for this position.
What you’ll be doing
As a Support Worker, you’ll play an important role in helping this individual live safely, comfortably, and in a way that reflects their preferences. Your day might include:
- Providing high‑quality support on a 1:1 basis
- Creating opportunities for meaningful activities at home and in the community
- Encouraging social interaction and promoting emotional wellbeing
- Supporting her during seizures to ensure her safety and wellbeing
If your application is successful following an initial telephone interview, you will be invited to attend a face‑to‑face interview at our Oldbury office. Please ensure you are comfortable attending an in‑person interview as part of the selection process.
Full training will be provided and you will continue to be supported on an ongoing basis by our amazing team of local clinicians.
Who we are
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.
What happens next?
If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply by sending us your CV through the job link.
If you meet the requirements, one of our Specialist Recruitment Partners will be in touch to arrange an interview.
acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
What we offer
- Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
- Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
- Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
- Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
- acuity academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development
- Career progression within the organisation
- Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500
This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from women for this position.