Compassionate Mental Health Care Assistant | Full-Time

Skycare; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Day Night shifts available

28 days annual leave

Enhanced training

Free uniforms

Set shift patterns

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

Refer a carer programme

Store discount

Friendly working environment

Job summary

SkyCare is hiring Female Care Assistants in the UK. The role requires full-time availability (33-44 hours/week) with salary of £12.82 per hour.

Applicants should have 1–2 years of relevant experience and the right to work in the UK, with no sponsorship provided. The position emphasizes patient care, therapeutic engagement, and collaboration with nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers to support residents with dementia and other conditions.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience in a similar setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and deliver compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living activities.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities to aid recovery.
• Monitor and report patient conditions and mood changes to staff.
• Create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents.
• Collaborate with nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers on care plans.
• Identify distress signs and apply de-escalation techniques when needed.

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

SkyCare is hiring Female Care Assistants in the UK. The role requires full-time availability (33-44 hours/week) with salary of £12.82 per hour.

Applicants should have 1–2 years of relevant experience and the right to work in the UK, with no sponsorship provided. The position emphasizes patient care, therapeutic engagement, and collaboration with nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers to support residents with dementia and other conditions.