JOB DETAILS

Childrens Nurse

CompanyCity and County Healthcare Group Ltd
LocationColchester
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 8, 2026
About The Company
We’d like to take a minute to introduce ourselves. Our name is CCH Group. We were founded in 2009 and have grown to become the largest care company in the UK. We’re pretty proud of that, as the bigger we are, the more people we can look after. We span the UK with more than 260 sites – from the rugged highlands of Scotland to the bustling streets of greater London – and every point in between. Our 13,000 employees deliver a whopping 1.5 million hours of care each month. Each minute, each hour of our time is dedicated to keeping someone comfortable, safe, and happy. Because that is what we do. We are made up of 32 operating companies but have one vision: to become the best place to work in care. We firmly believe that putting our people at the heart of the company is not only the right thing to do, but will also ensure that they are in the best position to provide extraordinary care to everyone who relies on us.
About the Role

Company Description

Pay: £34 per hour

Shifts: Day and waking night shifts | 8 - 12 hour shifts | Shifts available Monday - Sunday | Supporting clients across Essex.

Driver required: A driver with access to a car is essential for the role.

We are CCH. With 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies, we have one purpose: to make sure no one in need of care is ever forgotten or left behind. We’re not only changing lives, we’re transforming the care sector. Our people-first approach puts care professionals at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is simple: to be the best place to work in care.

What makes CCH a great place to work? The results speak for themselves:

  • 5,243 care professionals have referred a friend to join our company.
  • 135 internal promotions were earned in just 12 months
  • Every Operational Director began their career as a care professional

At Advantage Healthcare (AGH), part of CCH, we live by our values of Community, Courage, and Heart and we’re looking for like-minded people to join our growing Complex Care team. 

Job Description

What you’ll do

We are currently looking for experienced and compassionate nurses to support children with complex care needs in their homes. 

This role involves working across various locations within Essex and includes day and night shifts across the week. 

The ideal candidate will be caring, kind, patient-focused, posses strong communication skills and the appropriate clinical experience to deliver high-quality care.

As a Registered Nurse working within our paediatric care packages, you will provide a high standard of nursing care. There will be an up-to-date care plan for you to follow to ensure that you are aware of the child’s needs and wishes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Tracheostomy care
  • PEG for medication and feeding
  • Ventilator management
  • Moving and handling
  • Suction and cough assist
  • Catheter care
  • Supporting daily routines

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse Diploma/Degree with an up-to-date NMC Pin
  • Commitment to providing the best possible care for the client
  • To be self-motivated, enthusiastic, caring and compassionate
  • Previous complex nurse experience                   
  • Experience in peg feeding, tracheostomy care, catheter care, bowel management and ventilator experience is essential.   

The successful candidate will be a driver with access to a car to be able to travel to our clients homes. 

Additional Information

Here’s what makes us different:

  • Free DBS check – we cover the full cost of the DBS application
  • Full training & paid induction - no experience needed
  • Career growth - clear progression into senior & leadership roles
  • Family-friendly - enhanced leave for life’s big moments
  • National opportunities - relocate and continue your career within CCH
  • Perks & discounts - Blue Light Card, RAF scheme, and more

Ready to apply?

Our quick, simple application process lets you choose an interview time that works for you.

Join Advantage Healthcare (AGH) today and be part of something meaningful.

  • Region: South East England
    • Key Skills
    Tracheostomy carePEG feedingVentilator managementMoving and handlingSuctionCough assistCatheter carePaediatric nursingComplex careCommunication skillsPatient-focused care
    Categories
    HealthcareSocial Services
    Benefits
    Free DBS checkFull trainingPaid inductionCareer growthEnhanced leaveBlue Light CardRAF scheme
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    Provide high-quality nursing care to children with complex needs in their homes, following established care plans. Responsibilities include managing tracheostomies, ventilators, PEG feeding, and supporting daily routines.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    2-5
    💼Company Size
    2275
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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