Health Care Assistant

Corus Consultancy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Corus Consultancy is seeking a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our dedicated team in Walsall. This part-time role focuses on delivering compassionate, person-centred care, ensuring comfort, dignity and wellbeing for those in your care.

You will provide personal care, support mobility, assist with meals, observe health changes, and maintain accurate records, working closely with colleagues and families. The position offers ongoing training and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Right to work in the UK.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support mobility and daily living activities.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and hydration.
• Observe and report changes in health or wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice.
• Collaborate with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Reliability

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health and Social Care

Job description

Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Location: Walsall

Job Type:Part time

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Health Care Assistant to join our dedicated team in Walsall. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and wellbeing at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support individuals with mobility and daily living activities.
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration where required.
• Observe and report any changes in health or wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and families.

Essential Requirements

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, compassionate, and professional approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and reliability to work shifts.
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable Requirements

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training preferred but not essential.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, learning disabilities, or mental health conditions.

Mandatory Training Successful applicants must have completed, or be willing to complete, the following training:

• Safeguarding Adults
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Moving and Handling
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Health and Safety
• Fire Safety
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• GDPR and Confidentiality
• Medication Awareness
• Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and DoLS

What We Offer

• £12.71 per hour
• Full-time hours
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement