Healthcare Assistant

Restful Homes; Cannock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist care center in Cannock is looking for dedicated Healthcare Assistants to provide high-quality personal care. The role involves supporting residents with daily living activities, preparing meals, and maintaining respectful relationships. Candidates should have NVQ level 2 or equivalent and 6 months of experience in a care setting. Full-time and part-time permanent positions are available with a pay of £12.21 per hour. Join a compassionate team that makes a difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ level 2 or equivalent care qualification or willing to work towards.
• 6 months experience in care/support or service-related setting essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and encouragement to residents in daily living activities.
• Contribute to the assessment of residents' needs and care plans.
• Act as a key worker for an identified resident or group.
• Prepare food and drink, considering residents' choices and needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ level 2 or equivalent care qualification

Job description

We do not offer sponsorships at the moment and you must also be residing within the UK to be considered for this role.

JOB SUMMARY

Cannock Specialist Care Centre is seeking dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join their team. To deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. To look after the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of the resident’s using a person‑centred approach. To observe and promote the resident’s choice, independence, dignity, privacy and fulfilment of other rights. To create and maintain good professional relationships with resident’s and family. To support other Care workers.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Provides support and encouragement to residents in all areas/activities of daily living
• Ensures the respect, dignity and rights to privacy of residents as far as possible
• Contributes to the assessment of residents’ needs and the development of individualised plans of care and support, in consultation with residents, their relatives and the Care Team
• Acts as a key worker for an identified resident or designated group
• Works with the care and support team to deliver high standards of service to achieve planned goals
• Prepares food and drink for the residents, being aware of the resident’s choice, likes/dislikes, nutritional needs and cultural requirements
• Uses moving and handling equipment safely and correctly
• Maintains good communication and develops effective working relationships with residents
• Maintains detailed, accurate records in respect of care

GENERAL

• To dress appropriately, wearing correct uniform.
• Attend and participate in regular team meetings.
• Attend in‑house and external training as and when required.

These duties are not exhaustive. Job holders may be asked to undertake other responsibilities within their spheres of responsibility and competence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum NVQ level 2 or equivalent care qualification or willing to work towards
• 6 months experience in care / support or service related setting essential

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Healthcare Assistant.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Experience: Care 1 year (preferred)

Pay: £12.21 per hour