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 11 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £26,325 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number B0590-26-0013 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 Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Flexible availability is required Monday to Sunday on a rolling rota, in line with service delivery needs. Shifts will fall within our core operating hours of 6:00am10:00pm. Salary: £26,325 per annum (£13.50 per hour) Make a Difference Where It Matters Most Lagans Foundation is a specialist childrens charity providing home health care, respite and support to families of children and young people aged 019 with complex health needs. Our charity was founded from lived experience of caring for a child with complex congenital heart defects and feeding difficulties, and from understanding just how difficult it can be for families to find the right support once they are at home. Today, our carers work alongside families across the North West, providing individualised care and respite to children and young people with a wide range of complex and high-dependency health needs. For some families, having a skilled carer they trust means a parent c