Health Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Melksham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a compassionate Health Care Assistant to join their team in Melksham. In this vital role, you will support clients in their homes, helping them maintain independence and quality of life. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily needs, providing medication support, and fostering a positive environment through companionship. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team. If you have a genuine passion for care and enjoy building relationships, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but experience in a care setting is advantageous.
• Genuine passion for supporting others and delivering outstanding service.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily needs, including personal care and mobility support.
• Provide medication support and engage in companionship activities.
• Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or wellbeing.

Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Reliability

Empathy

Time Management

Education

Experience in a care setting

Basic literacy and numeracy 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

Job Description

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."