Friendly, patient PA to support an active, sociable teenager with epilepsy, autism & ADHD MM-BBC-001
Blue Sky Brokers - BR4 9DF
from £12.71 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Job Description We're looking for a Male Personal Assistant to support individual with his daily activities and routines. The PA will help child stay safe and settled, particularly around his epilepsy and sensory needs, while supporting him to enjoy his interests and maintain his routines. Roles and Responsibilities Support child with trips to Tesco and swimming sessions; support and engage with childs hobbies (trains, track building, watching shows); monitor child during bathing/washing in case of seizure activity; support child to maintain routines and help manage distress if routines are disrupted; use simple language and visual supports to communicate clearly; be alert to signs of sensory overload or seizure triggers (e.g. sudden increase in energy) and respond calmly; support child in busy or high-sensory environments, keeping time in these settings brief where possible; respond calmly and safely if child becomes distressed or displays challenging behaviour. We need someone patient, calm, and reassuring, confident using simple language and visual/picture-based communication. Who is comfortable supporting someone with epilepsy, autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities; able to stay calm and respond safely to sudden behavioural changes or seizure activity; sociable and enthusiastic, reliable and consistent Specific Requirements Non smoker- not negotiable. Driver preferred but not essential.
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Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse Adult Critical Care Unit (HDU) | Barts Health NHS Trust
Barts Health NHS Trust - London
£58,133 - £65,261 per annum inc
PermanentFull time
We are excited to announce a new opportunity for an experienced High Dependency/Critical Care Nurse to join our dedicated team as a band 7 Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse in our world class Adult Critical Care Unit at St Bartholomew’s Hospital. HDU is a 12 bedded unit caring for complex cardiothoracic surgical, aortovascular, thoracic surgery, complex cardiology, endocrine and breast level 2 patients. We have one of the busiest Heart Attack Centres in Europe, ECMO and Oncology patients within our specialist centre. We have 50 critical care beds across 4 areas. The High Dependency Unit (HDU) is a fast-paced and an integral part of the critical care service. Must be able to work a mixture of long days, bank holidays and nights to meet service requirements. We are seeking an individual with a strong clinical background and well-developed leadership skills. The successful candidate will provide professional nursing leadership and clinical oversight across a range of services within HDU and ensuring high standards of care. The role involves coordinating and supporting patient pathways, while offering guidance and support to patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team. To provide the highest standard of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised, holistic patient care in conjunction with the inter-professional team. As a proficient practitioner in HDU/critical care, the post holder acts as a professional role model and clinical teacher. They will also provide effective mentorship and supervision, participating in the education and training of nursing and non-nursing staff. They will also take charge of the High Dependency Unit as required, liaising closely with the Matron with continuing responsibility. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, confidence in working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels and across professional groups, as well as the ability to work independently. This Band 7 role offers an excellent opportunity to lead and manage staff alongside contributing to service development, education, quality improvement initiatives, audits, and research projects in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. This advert closes on Tuesday 8 Sep 2026
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Band 3 Health Care Assistant - Renal Dialysis Unit | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust - london
£31,554 - £33,270 per annum inclusive of HCAS
ContractFull time
A vacancy has arisen for a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the Mary Rankin Dialysis Unit, situated on the grounds of St Pancras Hospital. The unit is very close to the tube and bus services. Experience of working as a healthcare assistant is desirable but other relevant experience will be considered. Good communication skills, flexibility and a high standard of work are required for the post. There are opportunities to develop skills and knowledge to complete haemodialysis competencies with a named mentor. We are looking to fill a permanent full-time post. The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role. The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role. This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Sep 2026
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