Healthcare Assistant- Complex CareJob Overview
Location: Minister, Thanet, Kent
Hourly Rate: £15.62 to £17.52 per hour with enhanced rate for UK public holidays
Shifts available:
Morning 9:00am- 2:00pm
Afternoon 2:00pm- 6:00pm (temporary schedule until further notice)
Evening 6:00pm- 10:00pm + sleep night 10:00pm- 9:00am
Our service user require 7 days care therefore we are looking for a member of staff to join our existing team. We ask that there is some flexibility to cover sickness and annual leave within the Complex Care Assistant team.
Eligibility Criteria for a Healthcare Assistant- Complex Care
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Previous care experience is essential
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Please note you must be eligible to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship
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Full UK driving licence to drive clients Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) (essential)
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Compassionate and patient demeanour
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
About the role of Healthcare Assistant- Complex Care
Continuity of Care Services is looking for compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to provide complex support for our 50s male client living with a spinal injury who wishes to be as independent as possible. Our client requires support both in his home and to access the local community, to ensure he leads an active life. You'll need to be able to cook from scratch as our client likes a nice homecooked meal. Before you begin, you will have the opportunity to meet your client and their family to ensure you are well- prepared for the role.
The services you will deliver as a Healthcare Assistant- Complex Care
The role of Healthcare Assistant is varied and depends on the needs of the individual. You will be offering companionship and emotional support to our vulnerable service users in the comfort of their own homes. Among other duties, you may be offering as followed by not limited to:
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Complex Moving and handling
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Accompanying on social events or shopping etc.
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Basic household chores
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Personal care
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Medication administration
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Catheter, Stoma Care, Peristeen Care, Autonomic Dysreflexia beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided
Contract: Zero hours contract
Join our dedicated team and become a valued member of our community-focused care organisation. Make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Apply now!
Advantages of Joining our Team:
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Fully funded and paid training and access to our training academy
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Higher than average rates of pay PLUS enhanced pay on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
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Blue light card- subscription covered by us!
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Opportunities to take any Health and Social Care Qualifications Career progression
- DBS assistance
- £500 refer a friend scheme (terms & conditions apply)
- 24/7 counselling and support
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Meet & greet and shadow shifts to help settle into your new role
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Opportunities to speak to our Mental Health First Aiders
- Annual Saving Scheme
- EPA Programme (Smart Clinic)
- Annual Charity Events
- Pension Scheme with The People's pension
- Flexible working hours and local work available
- Company phone
Our recruitment process
Continuity of Care Services is a CQC regulated employer. As such, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS and other necessary checks. We will also require you to complete mandatory training before employment can begin- bespoke to each clients needs.
