Healthcare Assistant

Jane Lewis; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment company in Plymouth is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to provide support in various healthcare settings. With pay rates starting from £13.90 per hour, the role offers flexible shifts, opportunities for further development, and access to 24/7 support. Candidates must have prior experience in healthcare and be over 18. Join us to make a meaningful difference to individuals' lives.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

24/7 support

Free DBS Check

Weekly Pay

Qualifications

• Over 18 years of age.
• Right to work in the UK.
• 6 months prior experience in a healthcare setting.
• Full UK Driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with personal care.
• Monitor vital signs.
• Offer companionship and understanding to patients.
• Empower service users to carry out everyday tasks independently.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Basic knowledge of healthcare sector

Ability to build rapport

Compassionate nature

Job description

Job Description

Pay rate: From £13.90 to £19.05 an hour including holiday pay, weekly pay

Reference: HCA/Plympton/6

Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people's lives? We'd like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Healthcare Assistant in Plympton!

We are offering an exciting opportunity to support a range of individuals with varying needs. You would be working in a variety of settings including learning disability and mental health environments.

As a Healthcare Assistant we can offer you:

• Flexible shifts that fit around you
• Pay rates starting from £13.90 per hour, holiday pay inclusive
• 24/7 support from our branch team
• Opportunity for further development, including access to NVQ's
• Free DBS Check
• Weekly Pay

As a Healthcare Assistant you must:

• Be over the age of 18 to apply
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Be a UK resident, we are unable to offer sponsorship.
• Have 6 months prior experience in a healthcare setting
• A Full UK Driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Have excellent communication skills and a basic knowledge of the sector
• Be able to build a strong rapport with service users who have varying needs and abilities
• Have a genuine passion working in the healthcare sector

The duties of a Healthcare Assistant include assisting service users with their personal care, monitoring vital signs, offering companionship and understanding to patients. We aim to empower all service users to carry out everyday tasks independently.

Established in 1987, Jane Lewis is a leading healthcare recruiter within the UK that puts people first. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to vulnerable individuals.

If you are a motivated and caring individual, apply to be a healthcare assistant with Jane Lewis today!