Brighton- care assistants/Support workers/Healthcare assistants

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare recruitment agency is seeking dedicated Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants to join their compassionate team. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential care and support to patients in various settings, including homes and hospitals. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily routines, personal care, and ensuring patient comfort. This position is perfect for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. If you possess a caring attitude and have experience in healthcare, this opportunity could be your next fulfilling career step.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in care is essential.
• Friendly and caring attitude towards patients is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care and daily routines.
• Help with serving food and ensuring patient comfort.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in patient areas.

Skills

Compassion

Personal Care

Communication Skills

Experience in Care

Education

Previous experience in care

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Brighton- care assistants/Support workers/Healthcare assistants, East Sussex

Client: Sirona Medical Limited

Location: East Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 001dcbc432be

Job Views: 7

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Role: Support worker/Healthcare Assistant

The Support worker / Healthcare assistant will be expected to help and assist the team with day to day routines including personal care and feeding. The Healthcare Assistants / support worker must have at least 6 months experience in care and be have lots of compassion.

Healthcare Assistants / Support Worker help with the day-to-day care of patients, either in homes, hospitals or in patient’s own homes. They are a vital member of the team in hospitals and people homes and clinics.

If you would like to care for people and make a positive difference to their lives, this could be the ideal job for you. Employers will be keen to see that you have a friendly and caring attitude, and understand and respect people who need healthcare support.

Previous experience and/or qualifications in care are essential to apply for this role. As a Healthcare Assistant and support worker you would work under the supervision of Nursing staff along with lots of other Healthcare Assistants.

Your duties could include:

1. Helping patients to wash, shower or dress
2. Serving food or helping people eat
3. Making and changing beds
4. Turning patients who are confined to bed to avoid pressure sores
5. Talking to patients to help them feel less anxious
6. Helping patients to move around if they find it difficult
7. Giving out and collecting bedpans, and helping patients to the toilet
8. Making sure the ward or patient’s homes are tidy
9. Keeping supplies and equipment in order

Your day-to-day work may include using mobility aids and equipment to help lift and move patients. In hospitals you may also escort patients between departments. With experience, you may be involved in induction training for new healthcare assistants.

Sirona Medical is a Healthcare Recruitment Agency supplying staff across many sectors within the UK. Sirona Medical has an excellent reputation for providing reliable Healthcare Professionals to both the NHS and private sector. We are renowned for our fast, friendly and high quality service. Our thorough recruitment process ensures that we only provide the very best talent to our clients. With over 60 years combined experience in the recruitment industry, our experienced Recruiters are always available to provide you with the highest service levels.

Sirona Medical believes in the ethics of providing more than just a service, but a relationship that allows both clients and candidates, to feel that no matter the query, request or demand, we will meet and exceed your expectations.