Healthcare Assistant

Hampshire County Council; Havant; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority care agency in Havant is seeking compassionate and reliable individuals to join their team in providing high-quality care to older adults. Candidates should have at least 6 months of care experience within the UK and possess good communication and teamwork skills. Full training can be provided for those without prior care qualifications. This role emphasizes the importance of building positive relationships with residents and other professionals.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for caring for others.
• At least 6 months UK care experience within the last 3 years.
• Care training certificates including Safeguarding and Health & Safety (not necessary as full training can be provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate personal care and emotional support.
• Assist with mobility, meals, and daily routines.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and other care professionals.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and friendly environment.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Compassion

Reliability

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults? Malmesbury Lawn is a warm and welcoming residential care home dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care for our 35 residents. We are currently looking for compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

• Provide compassionate personal care and emotional support
• Assist with mobility, meals, and daily routines
• Work collaboratively with nurses and other care professionals
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and friendly environment
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A genuine passion for caring for others
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• At least 6 months UK care experience within the last 3 years
• A positive attitude and a kind heart
• Care training certificates including Safeguarding, Health & Safety and more (not necessary as full training can be provided on application)

About Us

Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.