Oxfordshire Care Worker / Support Worker / Healthcare Assistants

Sirona Medical Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking Support Workers/Healthcare Assistants to provide top-notch care in various settings. Ideal candidates should possess a compassionate attitude and at least 6 months of care experience. You will be assisting with essential daily functions to enhance the well-being of patients, making a meaningful difference in their lives.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in care.
• Previous experience and/or qualifications in care are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including washing and dressing.
• Help patients with mobility and toileting needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in patient areas.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Understanding healthcare support

Communication with patients

Job description

Job Role: Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant

The Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant will be expected to help and assist the team with day-to-day routines including personal care and feeding.

The Healthcare Assistants / Support Workers must have at least 6 months of experience in care and possess a compassionate attitude.

Healthcare Assistants / Support Workers will help with the day-to-day care of patients, either in homes, hospitals, or in patients' own homes.

If you would like to care for people and make a positive difference in their lives, this could be the ideal job for you.

Employers value a friendly and caring attitude, along with understanding and respecting those who need healthcare support.

Previous experience and/or qualifications in care are essential to apply for this role.

As a Healthcare Assistant and Support Worker, you would work under the supervision of nursing staff alongside other Healthcare Assistants.

Your duties could include:

1. Helping patients with washing, showering, or dressing
2. Serving food or assisting with eating
3. Making and changing beds
4. Turning patients who are confined to bed to prevent pressure sores
5. Talking to patients to help them feel less anxious
6. Assisting patients with mobility difficulties
7. Helping with toileting needs, including bedpans
8. Maintaining cleanliness and order in patient areas
9. Managing supplies and equipment

Your daily tasks may involve using mobility aids and escorting patients between departments. With experience, you may participate in training new healthcare assistants.

We supply staff to both NHS and private sectors, including roles such as Nurse, General Nurse, RGN, NMC, Band 5/6, HCA, Community Nurse, and Specialist Nurse in areas like A&E, Endoscopy, and Theatre.

Sirona Medical is a healthcare recruitment agency with a strong reputation for providing reliable healthcare professionals across the UK. We pride ourselves on fast, friendly, and high-quality service. Our thorough recruitment process ensures we deliver the best talent to our clients.

With over 60 years of combined experience, our dedicated recruiters are committed to exceeding your expectations and building lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.