Health Care Assistant

Home Instead; Melksham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home care is seeking a compassionate Health Care Assistant in Melksham. You will support clients with personal care, daily activities, and ensuring their wellbeing at home. No formal qualifications needed, but experience is a plus. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to impact lives positively.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting advantageous.
• Right to work in the UK essential.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS enhanced disclosure check.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene routines.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding.
• Provide medication support and monitor clients' health.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Time Management

Organisational skills

Job description

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We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant to join our team in Melksham, United Kingdom. As a Health Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting clients in their homes, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life.

• Assist clients with their daily needs, including personal care, hygiene routines, and mobility support
• Prepare nutritious meals and help with feeding when required
• Provide medication support, ensuring clients take prescribed medicines as directed
• Accompany clients on social outings and medical appointments
• Engage in companionship activities, fostering a positive and supportive environment
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or wellbeing
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of care provided
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but experience in a care setting or interacting with older people is advantageous
• Genuine passion for supporting others and delivering outstanding service
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build professional relationships
• Reliable, trustworthy, and respectful demeanour
• Comfortable spending time in the company of others and providing companionship
• Physical fitness to assist with daily tasks and support client mobility
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for maintaining accurate records
• Ability to work flexibly, including every other weekend
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Empathetic and patient approach to care
• Ability to follow care plans and maintain confidentiality
• Right to work in the UK (essential)
• Willingness to undergo a DBS enhanced disclosure check

Additional Information

Here’s what some of our care assistants have to say about working at Home Instead.

"It's like working for a big happy family."

“I've been working for Home Instead Bath & West Wiltshire for 5 months and of the many different jobs I've done, it's the one I'm enjoying the most! I've also been able to combine this job part-time with my other job, which makes my days varied and stimulating.”

"The staff are friendly and caring; the hours suit me and it's local."