Healthcare Assistant

Rivet Care and Education; Taunton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay Fridays

Flexible shift times

Quick registration process

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing recruitment support

Job summary

Rivet Care and Education is seeking Healthcare Assistants to join our Somerset team, providing direct patient care in NHS hospitals and care homes across the region.

You will assist with mobility, hygiene and feeding, monitor patient conditions, and maintain a safe, clean environment. We value compassionate professionals who can work flexibly in a busy, multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across various shift patterns.
• Ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care to patients.
• Valid DBS check and the right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in a hospital or care setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of healthcare professionals within NHS hospitals and Care homes.
• Assist patients with daily activities such as mobility, personal hygiene, and feeding.
• Monitor and report changes in patient conditions to senior healthcare staff.
• Ensure the cleanliness and comfort of patients, maintaining a safe environment.
• Work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver optimal patient care.
• Follow all infection control and health and safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Flexible shifts

Compassionate care

Right to work in the UK

DBS check

Job description

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant - Somerset

Location: Somerset, UK

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Salary: Competitive (Weekly payments on Fridays)

About Us:

We are a leading nursing agency specializing in providing high-quality healthcare staff to Care homes and NHS hospitals across UK. We are currently looking for experienced Healthcare Assistants to join our team and assist in delivering exceptional care in various Care homes and NHS settings.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of healthcare professionals within NHS hospitals and Care homes.
• Assist patients with daily activities such as mobility, personal hygiene, and feeding.
• Monitor and report changes in patient conditions to senior healthcare staff.
• Ensure the cleanliness and comfort of patients, maintaining a safe environment.
• Work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver optimal patient care.
• Follow all infection control and health and safety protocols.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across various shift patterns.
• Ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care to patients.
• Valid DBS check and the right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in a hospital or care setting is essential.

Benefits:

• Weekly payments on every Friday- for your convenience.
• Flexible shift times - you can choose shifts that fit your schedule.
• Quick registration process - we make the onboarding process as seamless as possible.
• Competitive pay rates based on experience.
• Ongoing support from our dedicated recruitment team.