Health Care Assistant - Care Home / Nursing Home

The Hive; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated healthcare provider is seeking compassionate Health Care Assistants to support residents in care homes and nursing homes. In this role, you will assist with daily living activities, ensuring the highest quality of care and promoting residents' well-being. Ideal candidates should have at least 6 months of experience in a care setting and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Enhanced rates for overtime

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a care home setting.
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work compassionately and effectively with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care tasks such as bathing and grooming.
• Support residents with daily living activities, including meal preparation.
• Monitor and record residents' health and behavior changes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Mobility assistance

Basic IT skills

Job description

Overview

Hive Healthcare is looking for dedicated and compassionate Health Care Assistants to join our team in care homes and nursing homes. In this role, you will provide vital support to residents, assisting them with daily living activities and promoting their overall well-being. You will be responsible for creating a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring that residents receive the highest quality of care. If you have a genuine passion for helping others, this is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Support residents with daily living activities, including meal preparation, medication management, and mobility assistance.
• Monitor and record residents\' health and behavior changes and report to the nursing staff.
• Engage residents in activities to promote social interaction and mental stimulation.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards within the care environment.
• Work collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Respect the dignity and privacy of each resident at all times.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a care home setting.
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work compassionately and effectively with older adults and individuals with diverse needs.
• Basic IT skills for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• £25 voucher for completing the registration process and shifts.
• Support with obtaining Health & Social Care qualifications.
• Career progression opportunities (Senior HCA, Team Leader roles, etc.).
• A supportive and friendly working environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and enhanced rates for overtime/bank holidays.