Healthcare Assistant

CORNWALLIS CARE SERVICES LTD.; Penzance; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend (£500)

Loyalty bonus

Blue Light card

Full training provided

Career progression

Recognition schemes

Job summary

Frances Bolitho Care Home in Penzance is seeking caring Healthcare Assistants for night shifts. Training is provided from day one, with opportunities to develop into an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant under supervision of Team Leads and Care Coordinators.

The role focuses on person-centred care, building relationships with residents, and delivering high-quality support. A supportive team environment and progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• A caring and empathetic nature.
• Strong communication and team working abilities.
• Good written English for documentation.
• Basic IT skills for digital systems.
• Willingness to learn and develop career.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care, maintaining privacy, dignity and respect.
• Engage residents in meaningful conversations and activities.
• Deliver care in a person-centred manner tailored to individual needs.
• Conduct regular wellbeing and health checks.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care.
• Record and maintain resident information using digital systems.
• Report incidents or concerns to senior team members.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Written English

IT literacy

Tools

Digital documentation systems

Job description

Frances Bolitho
Penzance, Cornwall
Part-time and Full-time
At Frances Bolitho Care Home, we're looking for caring, compassionate people to join our dedicated night team.
Whether you're completely new to care and looking for your first rewarding career, or already have experience as a Healthcare Assistant we have opportunities to support you every step of the way.
We believe in recognising potential, nurturing talent and helping our colleagues grow. From your first day, you'll receive the training, encouragement and support needed to build a rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of our residents.
As a Healthcare Assistant, you'll help create a safe, comfortable and caring environment where residents feel respected, valued and supported throughout the night.
You'll provide person-centred care, build meaningful relationships and work as part of a close-knit team committed to delivering the highest standards of care.
For those with previous care experience who are ready for greater responsibility, we'll support you to develop into an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant, you will have support from your Team Leads, and Care Coordinators to complete safe administration of medication training and basic clinical observations skills, following full training and competencies sign off, you can develop into an enhanced career and help mentor and guide new colleagues as they begin their own careers in care.
No matter where you are in your journey, we'll help you reach your full potential.

Why Join Us

£500 refer a friend scheme
Loyalty Bonus
Reward and recognition Schemes
Blue Light card
Full training provided
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career
Completive pay rates and enhancements

Job Purpose

The role of a Health Care Assistant is helping our residents to live full, happy, and healthy lives by delivering person-centred care, meaningful activities, support, and companionship. It's a fun, rewarding, and fulfilling role where no day is the same and you'll build genuine relationships and make a real difference each day, helping residents enjoy life and receive the quality care and opportunities they deserve.

Job Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care, maintaining their privacy, dignity, and respect at all times.
• Engage residents in meaningful conversations and activities that enhance their quality of life.
• Deliver care in a person-centred manner, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Conduct regular wellbeing and health checks in accordance with individual care plans.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external healthcare professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Accurately record and maintain resident information using digital documentation systems.
• Promptly report any incidents, changes, or concerns to senior team members.

Essential Skills

• A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for helping others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with residents and colleagues.
• Good written English for accurate documentation of daily care and interactions.
• Basic computer/IT skill for navigating digital documentation systems.
• A flexible and positive attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and maintaining up-to-date training.
• Always safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable individuals

Development Pathways

We believe in investing in our people through qualifications and mentoring.
As a Healthcare Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to progress to an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant role through our comprehensive training and competency programme.
This development pathway will enable you to:

• Safely administer medication following competency assessments.
• Carry out basic clinical observations and report concerns appropriately.
• Lead by example, promoting high standards of person-centred care.
• Support and mentor new colleagues during their induction and development.
• Work alongside Team Leads to support the smooth running of each shift.
• Build the knowledge and confidence needed to progress into senior care roles in the future.

Pay Scale - No Qualifications

• £13:00 per hour
• £16.25 per hour (Weekend Rate)
• £26.00 per hour (Bank Holidays)

Pay Scale - Care Certificate or above qualification in care

• £13.50 per hour
• £16.88 per hour (weekends)
• £27.00 per hour (bank holidays)

Pay Scale - Enhanced HCA

• £13.90 per hour
• £17.38 per hour (weekends)
• £27.80 per hour (bank holidays)

We're proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.
We are not able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role.
However, we welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. We are able to offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week where this is in line with the conditions of your visa.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.