Healthcare assistant Full-time- London

Skycare; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is looking for dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join their team in Wembley. This full-time role offers a salary of £12.21 per hour and requires a minimum of 33 hours of work per week. Applicants must have at least one year of experience in a similar role, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate a caring attitude towards patients. The job includes assisting with daily living activities, supporting healthcare professionals, and monitoring patient vital signs. Join a supportive environment where you can make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Permanent contract

Flexible shifts available

28 days annual leave

Enhanced training

Free uniforms

Company pension

Employee discounts

Free parking

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience in a similar role.
• Flexibility in working hours is required.
• Experience in providing care in a home care setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Support healthcare professionals in delivering care.
• Monitor and record vital signs of patients.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to follow care plans

Ability to communicate at all levels

Team player

Caring and compassionate attitude

Basic knowledge of healthcare terminology

Proficiency in English

Basic IT skills

Education

Relevant certifications such as an NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS

FULL-TIME min 33 hours per week

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 : 12.21 per hour

The Nursing home with 160 rooms is located in Southall West London and available for a wide variety of people offering support for a variety of disorders disabilities and behaviours including : Nursing careDementia careSensory impairment carePhysical disability careEnd of life careRespite careElderly careYounger care

Key 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 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
• Diploma Offered from day 1 of your start date.
• 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

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Care Assistant.

Apply with your updated resume.