Health Care Assistant

Mega Resources Nursing & Care; Luton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing and care provider seeks a compassionate Health Care Assistant to deliver high-quality care in the Bedfordshire area. This role involves aiding individuals with daily tasks, ensuring their comfort, and providing emotional support. The ideal candidate will receive comprehensive training, enjoy competitive pay, and have access to numerous benefits including a progression pathway to further qualifications.

Benefits

Bi-Weekly Pay

Pay Advances

Mileage contribution

Car Maintenance Scheme

Comprehensive training

Free Uniform

Referral Bonus

Free PPE

20% Discount on Domiciliary Home Care

Care Support & Well-Being Service

Qualifications

• Full training provided in medication assistance and personal care.
• Support for community activity access.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with medication and providing personal care.
• Preparing meals and supporting mobility.
• Running errands and offering companionship.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Competence

Education

Qualification up to level 7 funded

Job description

Bedfordshire

Mega Nursing & Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Health Care Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care and support to individuals within our community. We are committed to diversity and fostering an inclusive environment that values every individual's perspectives.

We uphold the values of the 6Cs - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment - as the foundation of our high-quality health and social care services.

Package

• Salary: £12.63-£14 per hour
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Pay Advances (up to £1000 with no interest repayment)
• Mileage contribution
• Car Maintenance Scheme (up to £100 annually for repairs, MOT, servicing)
• Comprehensive training provided (including paid shadowing)
• Free Uniform
• Referral Bonus
• Free PPE (masks, aprons, gloves, hand sanitiser, etc.)
• 20% Discount on Domiciliary Home Care for Family & Relatives
• Progression and Development Pathways (we will fund your qualification up to level 7)
• Care Support & Well-Being Service

What Our Employees Say

• "Working in care has changed my life"
• "We care as a company and as individuals, we give the best care possible"
• "I enjoy working in care because I can make a difference to somebody's day"

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with medication (full training provided)
• Providing personal care such as washing, bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Preparing healthy and nutritious meals
• Assisting with mobility and transfers
• Running errands like grocery shopping or collecting medication
• Light domestic chores such as laundry and vacuuming
• Supporting clients to access community activities and appointments
• Providing companionship and emotional support

Working Times

• Mornings: 7am - 1:30pm (£12.63/hr)
• Evenings: 4pm - 10pm (£12.63/hr)
• Weekends: 7am - 10pm (£14/hr)

Work Location

• Bedfordshire area