Healthcare assistant -Nursing Home,33-44 hours per week

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

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare recruitment agency is seeking Healthcare Assistants in Worcester for a full-time role with day/night shifts available. Successful candidates will assist patients with daily living activities, support healthcare professionals, and monitor patient vital signs. A minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role is preferred, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. This role offers a competitive salary of £12.21 per hour and a variety of benefits including annual leave, enhanced training, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

28 days annual leave, including statutory bank holidays

Enhanced training from day 1

Company pension

Employee discounts

Free parking

Supportive working environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a similar role preferred.
• Experience in providing care in a home care setting.
• Proficiency in English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing.
• Support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to follow care plans

Caring and compassionate attitude

Team player

Basic IT skills

Education

Relevant certifications such as NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS

DAY SHIFTS/NIGHT SHIFTS

FULL-TIME, min 33 hours per week

Location: Worcester, WR2

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 minimum 22 hours per week

Successful applicants, will have minimum 6 months experience preferably in a similar role.

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Care Home is set just outside the Worcester city centre, with beautiful grounds and a 40-bed capacity. Staff offer dementia care, elderly care, end of life care, respite care and nursing care, working closely with residents to ensure they have the care and attention required while maintaining their independence and dignity.

The mainKey Responsibilities for tis 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
• 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

SkyCare, a leading UK healthcare recruitment agency, specializes in connecting skilled healthcare professionals with the right roles in the NHS and private sector. Our expertise in finding ideal candidates has established us as a trusted name in the healthcare staffing industry. We pride ourselves on placing highly qualified medical personnel in environments where they can make a meaningful impact.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

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.