Advanced Children's Health Care Worker- Tracheostomy experienced

Job summary Lagans Foundation is looking for an experienced and compassionate Advanced Childrens Play and Health Care Worker Carer Level 3 to join our specialist care team across Greater Manchester. This is an opportunity to use your complex care skills to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and their families. You will provide safe, individualised care and respite within childrens own homes and communities, supporting children and young people aged 019 with complex and high-dependency health needs. As a Level 3 Carer, you will bring previous complex care experience and advanced clinical competencies, including essential experience and competency in tracheostomy care. You will work confidently within individual care plans while building trusting and professional relationships with the children and families you support. At Lagans Foundation, excellent care is about more than clinical skills. It is about understanding each child as an individual and providing care with dignity, patience, consistency and empathy. In return, you will join a supportive childrens charity where your experience is valued and where you can continue to develop your clinical knowledge, confidence and career. Main duties of the job As an Advanced Childrens Play and Health Care Worker Carer Level 3, you will provide skilled, compassionate and individualised care to children and young people with complex and high-dependency health needs in their own homes and communities. You will support each child in accordance with their individual care plan, risk assessments and clinical protocols. Depending on the needs of the child, this may include tracheostomy care, respiratory support, enteral or parenteral nutrition, seizure management, medication, personal care, positioning, mobility and communication support. You will monitor the childs wellbeing, recognise changes or signs of deterioration and respond appropriately, escalating clinical, care or safeguarding concerns when required. You will maintain accurate and timely care records and work closely with families, colleagues and health and care professionals. As an experienced Level 3 Carer, you will also support and mentor less experienced colleagues, share good clinical practice and contribute to a safe, consistent and high-quality care service. Above all, you will take time to understand each childs individual needs, routines, preferences and communication, helping families feel confident that their child is receiving safe and compassionate care. About us Lagans Foundation is a unique childrens charity that provides specialised in-home and community support for children with complex health and developmental needs. Our work is rooted in compassion, creativity and connection we believe in supporting children not only through care, but through meaningful play, positive experiences and trusted relationships. Our team is small, supportive and deeply committed to making a difference. We work collaboratively, value each others strengths and ensure every employee feels part of the Lagans family. You will be joining a passionate team who celebrate individuality, share knowledge and provide continuous support and encouragement. We offer ongoing training, professional development and emotional wellbeing support, including access to unlimited counselling, a Health Cash Plan, and flexible benefits. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. At Lagans Foundation, you will never be just a worker you will be part of a community making real change in childrens lives. Details Date posted 17 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £15.12 to £15.52 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number B0590-26-0017 Job locations Futura One, Suite E Futura Park Bolton Horwich BL6 6PG United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Advanced Childrens Play and Health Care Worker Carer Level 3 Location: Greater Manchester Role Type : Permanent,Full-time Hourly Rate: Day time-£15.12 per hour, Night time-£15.52 Working Hours & Shift Pattern: This role operates on a two-week rolling rota and includes a mixture of day and waking night shifts. Applicants must be able to work the full rota, including the Saturday night shift. Week 1 Waking Night Shifts (30 hours) Monday 10-hour waking night shift Tuesday 10-hour waking night shift Thursday 10-hour waking night shift Night shifts will start at approximately 9:00pm or 10:00pm and finish at approximately 7:00am or 8:00am, depending on the needs of the service. Week 2 Night Shifts & 1 Day time shift(36 hours) Monday 10-hour waking night shift Tuesday 10-hour waking night shift Friday 10:00am to 6:00pm Saturday- 10-hour waking night shift The rota then repeats on a rolling two-week basis. This position would suit someone who is comfortable working a combination of daytime, weekend and waking night shifts and who can provide reliable availability across the rota. Ma