Health Care Assistant

London Care Support Services UK LTD; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate care provider is seeking experienced Health Care Assistants to join the team in Barrow-in-Furness. This role involves delivering person-centred care, supporting with personal care needs, and administering medication. Full-time and part-time positions are available, offering competitive pay and ongoing training. Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and have a full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working hours

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering person-centred care.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support clients with personal care needs.
• Administer medication safely.
• Provide specialist support with medical procedures.
• Encourage independence and dignity.
• Build trusting relationships with clients.

Skills

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Personal care support

Building relationships

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

15 Standards of Care Certificate

Job description

Do you want a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? We are seeking experienced and compassionate Health Care Assistants to join our growing home care and domiciliary care team.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Full-time and part-time positions available.
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Ongoing professional development and specialist training.

Mandatory Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
• 15 Standards of Care Certificate (Care Certificate).

Training and Competence in

• Medication administration.
• PEG feeding.
• Catheter care.
• Stoma care.
• Tracheostomy care.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality, person-centred care to clients in their own homes.
• Supporting with personal care needs, including washing, dressing, and mobility assistance.
• Administering medication safely in line with policy and training.
• Providing specialist support with PEG feeding, catheter management, stoma care, and tracheostomy care as required.
• Encouraging independence, dignity, and choice in all aspects of daily living.
• Building trusting relationships with clients and their families, respecting individual needs and preferences.
• Accurately recording and reporting care delivered, incidents, and changes in client wellbeing.

Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals, families, and other members of the care team. If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care, we would love to hear from you.