Healthcare Assistant

Range Recruitment Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An agency recruiting healthcare professionals in Swindon is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to provide personal care and daily living support to residents in care homes. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 6 months’ UK care experience and competence in manual handling. Duties include promoting independence, conducting safety checks, and assisting residents during meals. Join our dedicated team and make a significant difference in people's lives. Flexibility for varying shift patterns is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in care within the UK.
• Ability to use manual handling equipment competently.
• Strong communication skills in written and verbal English.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence among residents.
• Conduct regular safety checks.
• Provide tailored personal care to residents.
• Assist residents during meals.
• Use manual handling equipment safely.
• Document daily care activities.
• Build relationships with residents and staff.

Skills

UK care experience

Manual handling equipment competence

English communication skills

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our agency team, providing essential support to care homes across the Swindon, Wiltshire area.

Shifts Available: Day shifts 07:30 - 14:30, 07:30 - 21:30, 12:30 - 21:30. Flexibility to work various shift patterns is preferred to meet the varying needs of our care home clients. Availability for last-minute shifts is highly desirable due to the nature of agency work.

You will be supporting adults who require assistance with daily living and personal care. We are looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals who are passionate about adult social care and keen to build a rewarding long-term career in the sector.

Important Information: Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Key Responsibilities

1. Promote and encourage residents’ independence
2. Carry out regular safety checks to ensure residents’ wellbeing
3. Provide personal care tailored to individual needs
4. Support residents during mealtimes, including feeding and preparing light snacks
5. Safely use manual handling equipment when required
6. Complete daily documentation, including care plans, meal records, and personal care logs
7. Build positive, meaningful relationships with residents and colleagues

Requirements

1. Minimum of 6 months’ UK care experience (essential)
2. Competent in the use of manual handling equipment (essential)
3. Strong written and verbal English communication skills (essential)
4. Ability to work effectively under pressure
5. Positive, professional, and reliable attitude
6. Proof of right to work in the UK (essential)

Ready to boost your earnings while making a genuine difference in people’s lives?

Apply today to join our agency team!