Healthcare Assistant - Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire

TN United Kingdom; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a renowned care home, dedicated to enhancing the lives of elderly residents. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide essential support with daily activities, ensuring dignity and independence for each resident. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career progression in a friendly environment. With a focus on teamwork and respect, you will play a vital role in fostering a nurturing atmosphere. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a caring nature, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Rates

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Free Training and Development

Loyalty Awards

Free Uniform

Wellbeing Initiatives

Career Progression Opportunities

Refer a Friend Scheme

Access to Discounts with Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring nature with a positive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily activities and personal care.
• Communicate effectively and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with team members to build strong relationships.

Skills

Caring Nature

Teamwork Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Experience with Elderly

Job description

Location: Burford House Care Home, Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, WD3 5SQ

Hourly rate: £. to £. per hour, plus night and weekend enhancements

Hours: Up to hours per week

Shifts: Day and night shifts available across Monday to Sunday

Job type: Permanent

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

We are looking for a compassionate and caring Healthcare Assistant to join our family at Burford House Care Home. We seek individuals who share our values, are interested in helping others, have a can-do attitude, and will treat our residents with care, compassion, and respect. If you want to make a difference in the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay rates plus enhanced pay on bank holidays
• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Comprehensive induction and a designated buddy to help you settle in
• Free training and development
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognized qualifications
• Work in a friendly team with experienced staff
• ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme where you can earn points and financial rewards via the Care Friends app
• Access to the Blue Light Card offering discounts at numerous stores
• Opportunities, support, and encouragement for career progression
• Loyalty and long-service awards
• Free uniform
• Wellbeing initiatives and team recognition rewards

*Please note, some benefits depend on your position in the company. Further details will be provided at the interview stage.

About the role:

• Support residents with daily activities, including personal care, developing care plans, and meal assistance
• Be a reliable friend who champions residents’ dignity and independence
• Support residents to live happy and healthy lives
• Communicate effectively, take responsibility, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate with team members and build strong relationships

About you:

• You have the right to live and work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
• You possess a caring nature, positive attitude, and teamwork skills
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with the elderly is preferred but not essential; full training will be provided

We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy once suitable candidates are found. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.