Job Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Health Care Assistant, where your compassion and proactive approach will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support. In this role, you will provide essential care and assistance to individuals in care homes or home care settings, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Your energy and communication skills will help foster a positive environment, promoting independence and dignity for all residents and clients. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills while making a real impact every day.
Duties
- Assist residents or clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Support the implementation of personalized care plans tailored to each individual’s needs and preferences.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and social engagement.
- Maintain accurate records of care provided, including updates to care plans and progress notes using IT systems.
- Communicate effectively with team members, residents, family members, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Support transportation needs by driving residents or clients safely to appointments or outings when required.
- Follow health and safety protocols diligently to maintain a clean, safe environment for everyone.
Experience
- Previous experience working in a care home or providing home care is highly desirable but not mandatory; training will be provided for the right candidate.
- Strong communication skills in English are essential for effective interaction with residents, families, and team members.
- Basic IT literacy is required for documentation and updating electronic care records.
- A valid driving license is preferred to support transportation duties.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in fast-paced environments.
- Compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to support others’ health and well-being.
Join us in delivering outstanding care that transforms lives! We value energetic individuals who are eager to learn, communicate clearly, and bring positivity into every interaction. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow your career while making a real difference in your community.
Pay: £25,420.00-£35,797.69 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
