Senior Care Assistant - Full-Time, Day/Night Shifts, Growth

Skycare; Leeds; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 19 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

28 days annual leave (inclusive of BH)

Staff recognition schemes

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training and career dev.

Résumé du poste

Skycare is seeking Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Bradford and Leeds. The roles are full-time (33–44 hours per week) with day and night shifts. Salary ranges from £12.82 to £13.22 per hour depending on experience.

Permanent positions offer opportunities for progression within our nursing homes, with comprehensive training, staff recognition, and a supportive working environment. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and relevant experience in a care setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a Nursing home or similar role.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is mandatory.
• Medication training and competency are mandatory for a Senior HCA.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.
• Full-time availability and right to work in UK (no sponsorship).

Responsabilités

• Support and assist residents with all aspects of daily living, ensuring high standards of care.
• Assist residents with physical, emotional and spiritual needs, promoting independence.
• Provide supervision, guidance and leadership to care staff during shifts.
• Administer medication safely and accurately in line with training and home policies.
• Observe, monitor and report changes in residents' wellbeing to nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate daily records and contribute to individual care plans.
• Support social activities by engaging with residents and encouraging hobbies and interests.
• Respond promptly to the Nurse Call system and provide assistance as required.
• Communicate professionally with residents, families, colleagues and external professionals.
• Clean and maintain equipment used by residents, such as wheelchairs, hearing aids and spectacles.
• Ensure confidentiality, safeguarding and health and safety standards are upheld at all times.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Independence

IT skills

Driving licence

Formation

NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care

Care Certificate

Description du poste

Skycare is seeking Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Bradford and Leeds. The roles are full-time (33–44 hours per week) with day and night shifts. Salary ranges from £12.82 to £13.22 per hour depending on experience.

Permanent positions offer opportunities for progression within our nursing homes, with comprehensive training, staff recognition, and a supportive working environment. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and relevant experience in a care setting.