Healthcare Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to join their compassionate team. This role offers flexible shifts, competitive pay rates, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs. With a strong commitment to training and career advancement, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values excellence and compassion. Join a close-knit team that prioritizes the well-being of both staff and service users, and enjoy the benefits of ongoing support and development in your career.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Free training

Annual pay reviews

Blue Light card eligibility

Qualifications

• 6 months of UK-based care experience required.
• Enhanced DBS check needed for employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safe lifting and moving of service users.
• Administer medication and prepare meals.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Medication Administration

Meal Preparation

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Description: Care Assistant at Nurseplus

Join Nurseplus, where we prioritize providing high-quality temporary care staff with a focus on compassion, excellence, and going the extra mile. We support our team with the resources and environment needed to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we care for.

We are a close-knit team that values a supportive and welcoming work environment, offering opportunities for career advancement and the chance to deliver exceptional care to individuals with diverse needs, including learning difficulties, complex care, mental health, dementia, and elderly care.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with safe lifting and moving of service users
• Administer medication
• Prepare and plan meals
• Enable independence according to care plans
• Provide companionship and support as needed

What Nurseplus Offers:

• Flexible shifts – full-time or part-time, days, nights, weekends
• Pay rates from £13.15 to £19.00 per hour, paid weekly
• Free training aligned with the Care Certificate
• Ongoing support, in-house courses, and funded qualifications such as NVQ Level 2 and 3
• Annual pay reviews
• Eligibility for a Blue Light card with discounts

Requirements:

• Must be over 18 years old
• Legal right to work in the UK
• At least 6 months of UK-based care experience
• Flexibility to travel; some shifts may require driving or access to public transport
• Good English communication skills
• An enhanced DBS check (cost of £45.40, refundable after a set period of employment, available upon registration)