Healthcare assistant -Full-time- Cambridge area

Skycare; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Flexible shifts

28 days annual leave

Enhanced training

Free uniforms

Company pension

Free parking

Refer a carer programme

Store discount

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Skycare is hiring Healthcare Assistants for a full-time position in Oakington, CB25. The role involves assisting patients with daily living activities, supporting clinical staff, and monitoring vital signs. A DBS check will be required, with sponsorship not provided.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the right to work in the UK. 33 hours per week, with day/night shifts available and a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience in a similar role.
• Right to work in the UK – no sponsorship.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to follow care plans and communicate at all levels.
• Experience in care in home or care home settings.
• Proficiency in English and basic IT skills.
• NVQ Health and Social Care is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs and report changes to nursing staff.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Help patients with mobility and physical activities as required.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
• Assist with administration of medication under supervision.

Skills

Healthcare support

Communication skills

Team player

UK work rights

English proficiency

Education

NVQ Health and Social Care (beneficial)

Job description

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS

FULL-TIME

We are not able to support applications that require sponsorship.

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the Uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role and able to work a minimum 33 hours per week.

Successful applicants, will have minimum 1-year experience preferably in a similar role.

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Location:Oakington, CB25

Care Centre offers specialist nursing support packages and respite care, registered with the Care Quality Commission to house forty residents at a time.

The main Key Responsibilities for this role are:

• Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
  
• Support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care.
  
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs and report any changes to the nursing staff.
  
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  
• Help patients with mobility and physical activities as required.
  
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
  
• Assist with the administration of medication under supervision.
  

Requirements

• Experience in a similar role in the UK is desirable
  
• Right to work in the UK- no sponsorship provided
  
• Strong communication skills
  
• Ability to follow care plans effectively,
  
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  
• Experience in providing care in a home care setting
  
• Proficiency in English and basic IT skills
  
• Prior experience in a care home environment
  
• Team player
  
• Ability to work on own initiative
  
• A caring and compassionate attitude towards patients and their families.
  
• Basic knowledge of healthcare and medical terminology.
  
• Relevant certifications such as an NVQ in Health and Social Care are beneficial.
  
• Flexibility in working hours and the ability to adapt to different healthcare settings.
  

Benefits

• Permanent contract
  
• Day /Night /Flexible shifts available
  
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays)
  
• Enhanced training
  
• Free uniforms that are specially made from breathable material.
  
• Set shift patterns. four-week rolling rota
  
• Company pension
  
• Employee discount
  
• Free parking
  
• Refer a carer programme
  
• Store discount
  
• A friendly and supportive working environment
  
• Training & Development
  
• Employee Assistance Programme - Counseling
  

We will require a DBS check which we can assist with this and 2 satisfactory references