Care Assistant

The Fairlie Healthcare Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant for their fast-track programme. This position offers comprehensive training and career progression opportunities while providing essential care to vulnerable adults. Candidates will start as Care Assistants, learning vital skills and receiving competitive pay with increases as skills develop.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate with increases

Paid breaks

Free meals during shifts

Comprehensive on-the-job training

Opportunities to gain qualifications

Excellent induction programme

Free staff minibus service

Company Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Clear career progression pathways

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care Assistant is advantageous.
• Key attributes include a passion for caring, excellent communication, and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Meet personal care needs of residents professionally and compassionately.
• Complete documentation promptly and escalate health concerns to the nurse.
• Perform additional tasks as instructed by the nurse.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Caring

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Senior Healthcare Assistant Fast-track Programme

Are you ambitious and interested in caring for vulnerable adults? Would you like to earn up to £13.50 per hour within the first 12 to 18 months and learn valuable specialised clinical skills? Our fast-track Care Assistant programme is now open to new applicants, with all specialised training provided.

1. Initial Phase: Start as a Care Assistant and learn essential care skills in the first three months. Upon completion, you will obtain your Care Skills Certificate, recognised nationwide.
2. Second Phase: Learn how to care for patients with tracheostomies. Once trained and fully competent, your hourly rate will increase.
3. Final Phase: Learn to care for ventilated patients. After training and competency, your hourly rate will increase to £12.50 or more, with annual salary reviews at Fairlie Healthcare.

Please note: This position is not open for sponsorship.

Typical Duties:

• Meet the personal care needs of residents, executing duties professionally and compassionately, aligned with the home's values and the Skills for Care Code of Conduct.
• Complete documentation promptly, including personal care charts, and escalate concerns regarding residents' health to the nurse in charge.
• Perform additional tasks as instructed by the nurse in charge of the shift.

The Fairlie Healthcare Group, established in 1999, is a leading provider of high-quality care, specialising in caring for adults with neurological conditions, tracheostomies, and ventilator support.

Requirements for Success:

Previous experience as a Care Assistant is advantageous but not essential. Key attributes include:

• A passion for caring for others
• Excellent communication skills
• A positive attitude
• Ability to work well within a team

Having an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care is beneficial but not mandatory.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate with increases as skills develop
• Paid breaks
• Free meals during shifts
• Comprehensive on-the-job training and support
• Opportunities to gain qualifications
• Excellent induction programme
• Free staff minibus service
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• No lone working – always supported by a team member
• Clear career progression pathways

Equal Opportunities:

Fairlie Healthcare values diversity and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. All candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check.