Care assistants (Female)- Full-time

SkyCare Ltd; Wreningham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Wreningham is seeking female Healthcare Assistants to provide compassionate care in a Nursing and Residential Care Home. The ideal candidate will support Residents with daily activities and possess effective communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary starting at £12.41 per hour, with opportunities for career growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid breaks

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Previous experience of working with the relevant Service User group for at least 6 months.
• Female (discriminatory requirement).

Responsibilities

• Support and assist Residents with daily living.
• Assist Residents with their care needs, e.g., physical, emotional, and spiritual.
• Observe care planning needs and complete daily records.
• Interact with Residents to facilitate social activities.
• Report on the well-being of Residents.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Ability to work independently

Previous experience with relevant Service User group

Job description

We are looking for caring female Healthcare assistants to join our Nursing home located on the edge of Norwich, set well back from the A47 at Thorpe. There are local amenities, including local shops, post office and a large supermarket nearby.

This 48-bedded Nursing and Residential Care Home specialises in the care of terminally ill and chronic sick as well as medical and surgical convalescent patients.

We are unable to accept student visas or skilled workers. We do not provide sponsorship. We do recruit care assistants with experience living in the area or able to relocate within 2 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting and assisting Residents when required with all aspects of daily living.
• Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual.
• Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.
• Observe care planning needs for Residents and completed daily records as instructed.
• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Centre.
• Answer Nurse Call system, giving assistance as required.
• Answer the door and telephone appropriately, respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
• Report on the well‑being of Residents.
• Clean and maintain equipment used by Residents and Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Team player.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Previous experience of working with the relevant Service User group for at least 6 months.
• Female (discriminatory requirement).
• Ability to relocate within 2 weeks.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time, hours: 36‑42 per week. Salary: starting at £12.41 per hour.

Paid breaks.