Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality support to patients in care homes and home care settings, assisting with daily activities and ensuring their well-being. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals' lives while developing your skills within the healthcare sector. The position is paid and suitable for individuals committed to delivering exceptional care with professionalism and empathy.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support
- Support the implementation of personalised care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals
- Monitor and record patients’ health conditions, reporting any concerns promptly
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients, fostering a caring environment
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within care environments
- Support patients with daily activities, including meal preparation and light domestic duties
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times
Skills
- Have a strong interest in working in elderly care services and a desire to make a difference.
- Experience working in a care home or home care setting is advantageous but not essential; training will be provided
- Be enthusiastic , caring, friendly and compassionate.
- Be reliable and have a flexible approach to your working pattern
- Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written, to liaise effectively with patients, families, and colleagues
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to patient care
- Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Hours rate is £12.78ph Mon to Fri & £13.03 at weekends
Our home provides care on a 24hr basis, 7 days a week including weekends and Bank Holidays. This means we need reliable and flexible staff working within our service.
The shift patterns are :
20.00-08.00 ( 12hr shifts)
This role offers an enriching environment where you can develop your career in healthcare while making a meaningful difference in people's lives. We welcome applications from motivated individuals eager to contribute to quality patient care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.23-£13.48 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
