Children's Community Carer - North East Surrey

Job summary

Package Description: As a Community Carer we value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated: Starting salary of £25,500 plus Group Pension Free tea and coffee at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission Are you compassionate, adaptable, and motivated by making a real difference in the lives of children and their families? We are looking for a compassionate, adaptable, and dedicated individual to join our team as a Childrens Community Carer, based in Sunbury, Surrey. You will be providing high-quality, personalised care to a child with complex medical needs, including tracheostomy and ventilation management, through overnight support at home. This is a unique position that will give you a genuine satisfaction of building a meaningful relationship with the child and their family. Overnight Shifts Home Care Support 7 x 9-hour overnight shifts (rotational) Providing overnight care in the childs family home Monitoring health and wellbeing through the night Following emergency and escalation procedures as required Maintaining accurate care records and handover documentation Main Responsibilities Deliver safe, effective care to the child in their home as delegated by the Named Nurse. Identify safeguarding concerns and follow appropriate procedures at all times. Maintain competencies in specific clinical skills, including emergency procedures, escalation, and resuscitation. Support the childs learning, development, and wellbeing in partnership with their family and multidisciplinary colleagues.

Main duties of the job

As a Community Carer for children with complex medical needs, HCRG Care Group offers a starting salary of £25,500 and benefits designed to support and appreciate team members. Benefits include free tea and coffee, access to My Reward Hub for discounts and cashback, emergency wage access, and support for mental wellness. They provide eLearning opportunities for professional development, an innovative culture, and a commitment to high-quality standards. The role involves providing overnight personalised care to a child with medical needs, including tracheostomy and ventilation management. Responsibilities encompass delivering safe, effective care at home, identifying safeguarding concerns, and supporting the child's wellbeing. Effective communication skills and maintaining up-to-date records are essential for this role.

About us

HCRG Care Group, a reputable health services organisation, is dedicated to transforming lives by delivering high-quality care. They are committed to the wellbeing of their employees, providing support through an array of benefits and developmental pathways, with a focus on continuous professional training. By fostering a culture of innovation backed by significant funding, HCRG encourages employees to implement ideas aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery. The organisation prides itself in maintaining high clinical and quality standards, with numerous services rated as 'good' or 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission. By joining their team, employees find satisfaction in making a real impact on children's and families' lives, while furthering personal career goals in a supportive environment.

Details

• Date posted: 13 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £25,500 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1526123068
• Job locations: HCRG Care Group, Sunbury, TW16 6QE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Community Carerwe value you and your wellbeing, offering a range of benefits to help you feel supported and appreciated:

• Starting salary of £25,500 plus Group Pension
• Free tea and coffee at your base location
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates
• Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling
• Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise
• An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year
• The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

We are looking for a compassionate, adaptable, and dedicated individual to join our team as a Childrens Community Carer, based in Sunbury, Surrey.

You will be providing high-quality, personalised care to a child with complex medical needs, including tracheostomy and ventilation management, through overnight support at home.

This is a unique position that will give you a genuine satisfaction of building a meaningful relationship with the child and their family.

Overnight Shifts Home Care Support

7 x 9-hour overnight shifts (rotational)

• Providing overnight care in the childs family home
• Monitoring health and wellbeing through the night
• Following emergency and escalation procedures as required
• Maintaining accurate care records and handover documentation

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• Deliver safe, effective care to the child in their home as delegated by the Named Nurse.
• Identify safeguarding concerns and follow appropriate procedures at all times.
• Maintain competencies in specific clinical skills, including emergency procedures, escalation, and resuscitation.
• Support the childs learning, development, and wellbeing in partnership with their family and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Create a safe, stimulating environment and monitor and record the childs condition, taking action where needed.
• Communicate effectively with the child, their family, school staff, and clinical professionals, adapting your approach to communication needs.
• Complete the HCRG Care Certificate within 3 months of starting (if not already held).
• Attend mandatory training, supervision sessions, and team meetings.
• Follow infection control, confidentiality, and health and safety procedures consistently.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and contribute to a supportive team culture

Essential

• Understanding of the impact of caring for children with complex medical needs at home.
• Ability to support and help train new staff in a variety of settings.
• Willingness to work towards the experienced to teach section of the Competency Framework.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to relate well to children and families.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Health or Social Care, or a recognised Nursery Nurse qualification.
• GCSEs in Maths and English.
• British Sign Language Level 1 or Makaton.
• Experience with relevant clinical procedures or technologydependent care.
• At least 1 year of experience supporting children with complex health needs.
• At least 1 year working with children in settings such as nurseries, respite care or community services.

Other Requirements: A full driving licence and access to a car for work purposes are essential.

Please see the full Person Specification in the attached Job Description.