Healthcare Assistant

Purus Healthcare Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Bath, UK, is looking for dedicated care assistants to support patients with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and provide emotional reassurance. Ideal candidates should possess the care certificate and first aid training, along with a compassionate attitude. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to support individuals with varying health conditions. Candidates must demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK and provide relevant documentation as listed.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and supporting individuals with disabilities or health issues.
• Strong communication skills, especially with vulnerable patients.
• Ability to handle challenging behavior sensitively.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to patients.

Skills

Patient assistance

Vital signs monitoring

Wound care

Record keeping

Emotional support

Education

Care certificate or equivalent

First aid certification

Job description

Personal Care

• Assisting patients with bathing, toileting, dressing, and feeding
• Helping patients move around (e.g., repositioning in bed, using hoists or walking aids)
• Supporting patient hygiene and comfort

Clinical Support

• Taking and recording vital signs: temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure
• Assisting with wound care, specimen collection, and basic medical observations
• Preparing and maintaining equipment for clinical procedures

Emotional and Social Support

• Offering companionship and reassurance
• Supporting patients with dementia, mental health issues, or terminal illnesses
• Helping patients maintain independence and dignity

Administrative Tasks

• Updating patient records accurately
• Escorting patients to and from wards or appointments
• Stocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness

Required Documents and Trainings

• Right to work in UK documents (Passport & BRP)
• DBS (Updated services)
• Share Code
• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Training Certificates (up to date)
• Proof of address (current)
• Last 5 years of address details
• Reference Details (Two professional)
• NI Document
• Bank Statement
• English Assessment
• COVID Vaccination
• COS document for Skilled worker is must/For student, Term Letter
• Any Decent Photo

Trainings

• The care certificate
• First aid
• Fire Safety
• Food hygiene
• Health and Safety
• Autism Awareness
• Safeguarding of Adults
• Moving and Handling (Theory and Practical) Must
• Basic Life Support
• Medication administration
• Infection and Prevention Control
• DoLS or Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Mental Capacity Act
• Mental Health Awareness
• Dementia Awareness
• Learning Disability
• Challenging Behaviour