Healthcare assistant -Full-time- Cambridge area

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

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Day/Night/Flexible shifts

28 days annual leave

Free uniforms

Company pension

Free parking

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Skycare is seeking Healthcare Assistants for full-time roles in the Cambridge area. The position offers 33 hours per week with a fixed £12.71 per hour wage and requires the right to work in the UK. The role focuses on providing compassionate, high-quality care to residents, with training and support available.

Successful applicants will have at least 1 year of relevant experience or a strong willingness to learn. DBS checks and references may be requested as part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in the UK is desirable.
• Right to work in the UK - no sponsorship provided.
• DBS check required; references may be requested.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 the administration of medication under supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

English proficiency

Education

NVQ Health & Social Care

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