Care Workers required in Southport, North West England

Sirona Medical Limited; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant to help with daily routines including personal care and feeding. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of care experience and a compassionate attitude. Duties include assisting patients with hygiene, mobility, and maintaining cleanliness in various settings. This is a vital role for providing high-quality healthcare support.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in care.
• Previous experience and/or qualifications in care are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with washing, showering, or dressing.
• Help with feeding and serving food.
• Maintain cleanliness of the ward or patient's home.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant

The Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant will be expected to assist the team with daily routines, including personal care and feeding.

Candidates must have at least 6 months of experience in care and demonstrate compassion.

Healthcare Assistants / Support Workers help with the daily care of patients in various settings such as homes, hospitals, or in patients' own homes.

These roles are vital within hospitals, care homes, and clinics. If you are passionate about caring for people and making a positive impact, this could be the ideal job for you.

Employers value a friendly, caring attitude, and respect for those needing healthcare support.

Previous experience and/or qualifications in care are essential for this role.

As a Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker, you will work under the supervision of nursing staff alongside other healthcare professionals.

Your duties may include:

1. Helping patients with washing, showering, or dressing
2. Assisting with feeding and serving food
3. Making and changing beds
4. Turning bedridden patients to prevent pressure sores
5. Talking to patients to reduce anxiety
6. Assisting patients with mobility
7. Managing bedpans and helping patients with toileting
8. Maintaining cleanliness of the ward or patient's home
9. Managing supplies and equipment

Your daily work may involve using mobility aids and escorting patients between departments. With experience, you may participate in induction training for new healthcare assistants.

We also supply staff to NHS and private sectors, including nurses, general nurses, RGN, NMC registered nurses, Band 5 and 6, HCAs, community nurses, specialist nurses, A&E staff, endoscopy, theatre staff, physiotherapists, and doctors.

Sirona Medical is a healthcare recruitment agency with a strong reputation for providing reliable professionals across the UK.

We pride ourselves on fast, friendly, high-quality service. Our thorough recruitment process ensures we only provide top talent to our clients.

With over 60 years of combined experience, our dedicated recruiters are committed to delivering excellent service.

At Sirona Medical, we believe in building relationships that go beyond just providing a service, ensuring both clients and candidates feel supported and valued.