Healthcare Assistant

Catalyst Care Group; Highgate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Healthcare Assistant to deliver person-centered care within community settings. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 and experience in support with complex needs and autism. This role offers flexible working hours and various training opportunities to enhance your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Refer-a-friend bonus

Tax relief for work-related expenses

On-shift support

Free DBS

Specialist training opportunities

Flexible working hours

Recognition programmes

Social events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in healthcare settings.
• Full UK driving license preferred.
• Business Car Insurance advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centered care.
• Support individuals to maintain or develop new skills.
• Engage in proactive communication with families.

Skills

Empathetic and adaptable

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Experience with complex needs

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

At Leaf Complex Care, part of the Catalyst Care Group, we are committed to providing expert complex care that transforms lives. We stand on the pillars of Compassion, Impact, and Community -values that guide our actions and our approach to compassionate care. We are seeking professionals who are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of others while embodying these core values.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide tailored compassionate care primarily in the homes of individuals and supporting them to live independently and with dignity within their communities.

We are currently recruiting across the West Midlands, with roles available in Birmingham, Coventry, Rugby, Wolverhampton, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Sandwell, and Tipton.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centered care to individuals' homes and within their communities.
• Support individuals in maintaining or developing new skills and personal interests.
• Adapt care and support plans to meet the diverse needs of each individual, ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Engage in proactive communication with families and care teams to ensure effective care delivery.
• Support individuals in temporary residential placements or their own homes.
• Perform household chores such as laundry, cleaning and food shopping.
• Manage and support individuals with budgeting and financial management.
• Assists with all aspects of personal care, indulging hygiene, dressing and feeding.
• Plan, participate in and budget for community activities.
• Maintain accurate records and clear communication with the brand team and other healthcare professionals.

Benefits and Development

• Refer-a-friend bonus - incentives for introducing new workers to the company (recently rolled out).
• Tax relief - the ability to claim through the government for work-related clothing and tools (e.g., uniforms, mileage, and equipment).
• On-shift support and guidance through the on-call system.
• Regular supervisions.
• Specialist training opportunities such as safeguarding, medication management, and more.
• All mandatory training is free.
• Flexible working hours - option to choose shifts based on availability.
• Recognition programmes - celebrating and rewarding outstanding contributions.
• Social events - opportunities to connect and build team spirit.
• Free DBS.

Preferred Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Level 2 acceptable).
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in similar healthcare settings and experience in support with complex needs, behaviours that challenge and autism.
• Business Car Insurance would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving license would be preffered.

Candidate Traits and Competencies

• Empathetic and able to adapt to the individuals' environment.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Open to feedback and able to incorporate it positively.
• Friendly, understanding, and capable of addressing issues proactively.
• Willingness to go above and beyond to support the varied and complex needs of our families.
• A growth mindset with a passion for making a significant impact on the lives of the families we support.
• Positive risk taking and reducing excessive restrictions to enhance the quality of life for those in care.
• A proactive communicator dedicated to high-quality, compassionate, and person-centered care.