We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to patients in a variety of settings, including care homes and home care environments. Your primary responsibility will be to assist individuals with their daily activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being while promoting independence. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to follow care plans effectively.
Duties
Assist patients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Support individuals with mobility and physical activities, ensuring their safety at all times.
Communicate effectively with patients to understand their needs and preferences.
Follow care plans as directed by healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.
Document patient progress and report any changes in condition to the nursing staff.
Drive patients to appointments or social activities as required.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients in both home care and care home settings.
Utilise IT systems for record-keeping and communication purposes.
Qualifications
Previous experience in home care or a similar healthcare setting is desirable but not essential.
Strong command of the English language for effective communication with patients and colleagues.
Ability to drive is advantageous for providing transportation support to patients.
Familiarity with creating or following care plans is beneficial.
Proficient IT skills for documentation and communication tasks.
A caring nature with a passion for helping others improve their quality of life.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team while also being able to work independently when required.
If you are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of others and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Healthcare Assistant.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: 12.21-13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
Additional leave
Canteen
Casual dress
Company car
Company events
Company pension
Employee mentoring programme
Financial planning services
Free flu jabs
Free or subsidised travel
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Language training provided
On-site parking
Paid volunteer time
Transport links
Flexible language requirement: