Healthcare Assistant HCA

Medacs Healthcare; Berkeley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing provider seeks experienced Support Workers to join their team at The Grace Care Centre in Berkeley, England. The role involves delivering high-quality care to patients with various health needs and promoting their independence and wellbeing. Ideal candidates should have NHS experience, a Care Certificate, and excellent interpersonal skills. Competitive pay and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Weekly payroll

Ongoing training

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of NHS experience required.
• Enhanced DBS required.
• Up-to-date immunisations needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care tasks.
• Support therapeutic activities and mobility.
• Promote independence and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Education

Care Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Support Workers to join our dynamic team at The Grace Care Centre on Henderson Rehabilitation Unit. This role involves providing high-quality care and support to patients with a range of physical, rehabilitation and chronic health needs, helping them maintain independence and dignity during their hospital stay.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care tasks, including washing, dressing, feeding, and toileting


• Support therapeutic activities and mobility as directed by nursing and therapy staff


• Promote independence and emotional wellbeing among service users


• Maintain cleanliness and a safe environment within the ward/unit


• Report changes in patient condition to the appropriate clinical staff


• Support clinical teams with observations, documentation, and equipment checks


• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients\' holistic care needs are met

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of NHS experience


• Care Certificate or equivalent qualification is highly desirable


• Enhanced DBS required (can be processed via Medacs if not already held)


• Up-to-date immunisations: Hepatitis B, MMR, TB, and Varicella


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Flexible and reliable with a strong work ethic


• A genuine passion for supporting patients and promoting wellbeing

Benefits of Working via Medacs Healthcare

• Competitive pay rates and weekly payroll


• Supportive recruitment and compliance team


• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities


• Dedicated consultant support - contact Marlena on 1582 310099 for immediate consideration