Senior Healthcare Assistant - Agency

Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited; Gateshead, Sunderland, Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants to work in the Gateshead and surrounding areas. Candidates should have at least 6 months of experience in a care or nursing home setting, with skills in medication administration, teamwork, and care planning. The role includes 12-hour shifts, flexible working hours on a rota basis, and the right to work in the UK is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months working as a Senior Health Care Assistant in a care/nursing home setting in the UK.
• Adaptability to different care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in healthcare settings.
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living.
• Document medication administration.

Skills

Medication administration

Teamwork

Activities of Daily Living (AoDL)

Managing teams

Conducting risk assessments

Creating care plans

Effective communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent

Medication Certificate

Mandatory Healthcare Certificate

Job description

Recruitment Areas

Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Tyneside & Wearside, United Kingdom

About the Role

Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited is seeking multiple experienced and enthusiastic Senior Healthcare Assistants (SHCA) to work in healthcare settings within the Newcastle upon Tyne surrounding areas, on a rota and shift basis.

Company & Position Details

• Company Name: Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited
• Location: Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland
• Position Type: Zero Hours Contract (Temporary)
• Pay Rate: £14 to £21

Please note we currently do not offer sponsorship; therefore must have the right to work in the UK.

Applicant Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 6 months working as a Senior Health Care Assistant in a care/nursing home setting in the UK.
• Skills: Experience with medication administration and documentation, ability to work as part of a team and assist with Activities of Daily Living (AoDL), managing teams, conducting risk assessments, and creating care plans for service users. Adaptability to different care settings and effective communication skills, both written and spoken, are essential.
• Driving License - Preferred, but not essential.

Training and Qualifications

• Required: NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent.
• Required: Medication Certificate, Mandatory Healthcare Certificate (both theory and practical).

Right to Work

• Required: Right to work in the UK, DBS Certificate.

Working Conditions

• 12‑hour shifts.
• Days/Nights/ Weekends.
• Rota/Shift basis.

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