Healthcare Assistant

RAL Community Care Ltd; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training and development

Supportive working environment

Meaningful care experience

Job summary

RAL Community Care Ltd in Ferndown, England, is seeking a caring Healthcare Assistant to support individuals with daily care needs and to promote independence and dignity. You will work as part of a supportive team in a care setting, helping service users with routines and reporting changes in wellbeing to colleagues.

The role emphasizes compassionate, reliable care, strong communication, and adherence to care plans and procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Healthcare Assistant role or care environment is desirable.
• Ability to follow care plans, policies and procedures.
• Relevant qualifications or training, where required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with day-to-day care and wellbeing needs.
• Assist with personal care and daily activities as required.
• Encourage independence and support individuals to make their own choices.
• Monitor and report changes in wellbeing or behaviour to the team.
• Maintain accurate care records and follow safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team player

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Care qualifications

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a caring, reliable and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join the team in Ferndown, Dorse. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals with their daily care needs and helping them maintain their independence, dignity and wellbeing.

About the Role / Objectives

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide person-centred support to individuals in a care environment. You will work as part of a supportive team, helping service users with their daily routines while promoting their comfort, dignity and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals with their day-to-day care and wellbeing needs.
• Assist with personal care and daily activities where required.
• Encourage independence and support individuals to make their own choices.
• Monitor and report changes in wellbeing or behaviour to the appropriate team members.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and other professionals involved in care.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate care records.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, infection control and other relevant procedures.
• Treat every individual with dignity, respect and compassion.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or in a healthcare or care environment is desirable.
• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, responsible and committed to providing high-quality care.
• Ability to follow care plans, policies and procedures.
• Relevant qualifications or training, where required.

Please Note: Visa sponsorship/CoS is not available for this role. Applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive pay in line with the role and experience.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience in care.
• Supportive working environment.
• Valuable experience within a professional care setting.
• Training and development opportunities, where available.
• Opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of the people you support.