Healthcare Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector, Vision for Education, is actively seeking a dedicated and compassionate Health Care Assistant to join a residential care home for adults with learning disabilities. This role involves delivering personal care, supporting daily activities, and providing emotional support to enhance residents' well-being. Ideal candidates will have experience in a care environment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to promoting independence among residents.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

FREE training opportunities

Generous referral bonus scheme

Access to ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is essential.
• A caring and patient nature, with a genuine desire to support others.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and bank holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care in a respectful and dignified manner.
• Support residents with daily living tasks.
• Record and report any changes in health or behaviour.

Skills

Caring nature

Communication skills

Teamwork

Understanding of learning disabilities

Education

Experience in a care setting

Job description

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Health Care Assistant.

Do you enjoy helping adults and want to make a real difference?

We are looking for a kind and caring person to work as a

Health Care Assistant.

Do you enjoy helping adults and want to make a real difference?

We are looking for a kind and caring person to work as a Health Care Assistant in a residential care home for adults with learning difficulties.

You will be part of a friendly team, helping adults with their daily routines, personal care, and activities they enjoy.

If you are patient, understanding, and like supporting others, this could be a great job for you.

About The Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant to join our team at a residential care home supporting adults with learning disabilities. This is a rewarding role where you’ll make a real difference to the lives of our residents by providing high-quality, person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care in a respectful and dignified manner, in line with individual care plans
• Support residents with daily living tasks, including washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility assistance
• Undertake domestic duties such as cleaning and maintaining a safe, tidy environment
• Provide emotional support and promote independence and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to meet the needs of residents
• Carry out overnight shifts as part of a rota, ensuring the safety and comfort of residents throughout the night
• Record and report any changes in health or behaviour, following safeguarding and confidentiality procedures
  
  

Requirements

• Previous experience in a care setting is essential.
• A caring and patient nature, with a genuine desire to support others
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and bank holidays as required
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• An understanding of learning disabilities and a person-centred approach to care
• Have knowledge of or a willingness to learn about medical procedures, personal care, or therapeutic approaches.
• Have a proactive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Drive or be willing to use public transport.
  
  

What Vision for Education offer

As a Health Care Assistant employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
  
  

Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Salary

£13.69 to £15.30 an hour.

Salary Is Dependent On Experience, Training Or Qualifications.

How to apply

If you are a Health Care Assistant, apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call the Brighton Branch on or email .

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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