Healthcare Assistant

Day & Night Social Care Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Harrogate seeks a Healthcare Assistant to deliver personal care and support to clients in their homes. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, reliable, and have good communication skills. Previous experience in care is desirable but not mandatory. Flexibility is required for working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, caring, and reliable individual.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care including washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assist with medication administration following procedures.
• Prepare meals and support with nutrition.

Skills

Compassionate

Good communication skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant – Domiciliary Care

Location: Harrogate and surrounding areas

Reports to: Care Coordinator / Registered Manager

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality person-centred care and support to clients in their own homes, enabling them to maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, continence care).
• Support with safe moving and handling.
• Assist with medication administration in line with policies and procedures.
• Prepare meals and support with nutrition and hydration.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Carry out light household tasks to maintain a safe environment.
• Accurately record care notes and report any concerns to the care team.
• Respect confidentiality and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion at all times.
• Travel between client homes (driving licence and access to own vehicle preferred).

Person Specification

Essential

• Compassionate, caring, and reliable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training.
• Ability to work flexibly (including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays).

Desirable

• Previous experience in care.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own car.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).